Grandma'S Brisket Recipe

Ingredients

• 5 pounds beef brisket (trimmed of excess fat)
• 1 cup beef broth (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
• 1/2 cup soy sauce (adds umami and saltiness)
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (provides tenderizing acidity)
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce (for complex richness)
• 1/4 cup olive oil (helps distribute flavors evenly)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced fresh for robust aroma)
• Paprika 2 tablespoons
• Brown sugar 1 tablespoon
• Ground black pepper 1 tablespoon
• Kosher salt 2 teaspoons
• Garlic powder 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon
• 2 large onions (thinly sliced, caramelize during cooking)
• 3 carrots (peeled and chopped for subtle sweetness)
• 2 celery stalks (chopped finely to boost aroma)
• 1 cup dry red wine (enhances sauce richness and complexity)
• 2 bay leaves (infuse herbal notes during slow cooking)