Crockpot Sweet and Sour Brisket

Step 1

Heat up a large skillet and add 1 Tbsp oil. Sprinkle all sides of your brisket with a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Add brisket to the sauté pan and brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side). When brisket is browned, add to crock pot.

Step 2

In same skillet, add a touch more oil and sauté onions, celery, carrots and garlic for about 5-10 minutes, cooking the vegetables just a touch.

Step 3

Meanwhile in measuring cup add wine, stock, brown sugar, ketchup and vinegar. Whisk and set aside.

Step 4

When vegetables are done add cranberries and cook for another minute. Pour in the wine mixture and add herbs, bring to a boil.

Step 5

Carefully pour vegetables and sauce over brisket, cook high 4-6 hours or on low 8-10 hours.

Step 6

When done, take out meat, let cool for 5 minutes or until easy to handle, cut, plate and spoon some vegetables over with a touch of gravy.