Braised Brisket and Kraut Sandwich – PEI Liquor Control Commission

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg piece of beef brisket, whole
• 2 tbsp. (30ml) vegetable oil
• 3 large carrots, cut into large chunks
• 2 onions, halved
• 2 celery stalks, cut into large chunks
• 1 whole head garlic, cut in ½
• 2 cups (500ml) apple juice
• 1-825 ml can whole tomatoes, hand-crushed
• 2 cups (500ml) beef stock
• 2 bay leaves
• ¼ bunch fresh thyme, leaves only
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves only
• 8 slices rye bread, lightly toasted
• 1 cup (250ml) prepared sauerkraut
• 200g Swiss cheese, sliced
• ¼ cup (65ml) Russian dressing