Classic American Jewish Brisket Recipe

Ingredients

• 5 lbs beef brisket, first cut, well-trimmed
• 2 tbsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 6 garlic cloves, smashed
• 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 3 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1 cup dry red wine
• 2 cups beef stock (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)