Easy & Juicy Savor Braised Angus Beef Brisket Delight

Ingredients

• 3-4 pounds Angus beef brisket, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large onions, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf