Grandma's Brisket Recipe

Grandma's Brisket Recipe is tender brisket that is cooked in a flavorful tomato and onion sauce. This juicy cut of meat makes for a delicious dinner or holiday meal.

When I was young, I spent a lot of time in the kitchen with my grandmother.  I watched Grandma carefully as she prepared delicious holiday meals and other family favorites. Grandma's Brisket Recipe was one of my grandmother's specialties.

I can remember standing at her stove on a little step stool watching her prepare this delicious meal for us.  A couple weeks ago my husband asked me if I wanted to make a brisket. I thought long and hard about how I wanted to make this brisket recipe, and then it came to me.

It was time for me to recreate my grandma's famous recipe. So, I went into the kitchen and thought back to all those years spent on my step stool at her stove watching her cook! Helping whenever allowed.

After just one try, I was able to nail my Grandma's recipe! I knew that I just had to share it with all my readers because Ken just raved and raved about how tender and flavorful this brisket recipe is.  I hope all of you enjoy it as much as we do.

What is the brisket dry rub recipe for this dish

I'm not using a dry rub for Grandma's Brisket recipe.  I know it seems strange that I don't use a dry rub recipe for this brisket but I promise you this brisket is still amazingly delicious.

Is this a brisket flat recipe

Yes, Grandma's Brisket recipe is a brisket flat recipe.  I like to use the flat cut of the brisket to make this classic recipe. 

What is the difference between a flat and point cut of brisket

The flat cut makes up the majority of a brisket. It’s long and thin with a thick layer of fat on top that keeps it moist when cooked.

This cut is best for slicing, which you can find in your supermarket since this is what most people purchase already sliced before they get home to cook them properly at all!

The flat-cut also works well if one wants to roast or smoke their meat because it has such an amazing flavor profile after being marinated overnight in spices.

The point cut on the brisket is actually the least fatty part of the brisket. It is usually a solid piece of meat with very little fat, which can make it tough to cook since there's not enough fat to keep it moist after cooking.

This cut also has more collagen, which will turn into gelatin when cooked over low heat for an extended period of time.

Can I freeze brisket

Yes, Grandma's Brisket recipe can definitely be frozen.  Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then again with aluminum foil before placing the meat into a resealable freezer bag.

Remove as much air as possible when sealing the bag for best results. Store Grandma's Brisket Recipe in the freezer for up to three months.

Will Grandma's Brisket Recipe change if it is cooked in the slow cooker

It won’t be Grandma’s Brisket recipe if you cook it in a slow cooker but yes Grandma's Brisket Recipe will taste just as good when cooked in a crock pot.

How do I serve brisket

This Grandma's Brisket Recipe can be served sliced or pulled apart. Slice Grandma's Brisket Recipe against the grain for best results.

What is Grandma's Brisket recipe

Grandma's Brisket recipe is a traditional Jewish brisket dish that includes beef brisket, onion soup mix, tomato soup, brown sugar and vinegar.

What is the best way to reheat Grandma's Brisket recipe

Grandma's Brisket Recipe can be reheated in the oven. Turn Grandma's Brisket Recipe upside down and heat Grandma's Brisket Recipe uncovered at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.

Then cover Grandma's Brisket Recipe with aluminum foil and heat Grandma's Brisket recipe for an additional hour or until warm.

If you reheat single serves of this brisket recipe, you can reheat it in the microwave   on high for about 1 minute. Cover your leftover brisket recipe with a paper towel to avoid splattering all over your microwave.

How do I store Grandma's Brisket Recipe

Grandma's Brisket Recipe should be stored in an airtight container and then stored in the fridge for up to five days.

What cut of brisket is the most tender

The brisket flat is my favorite cut of brisket to use for Grandma's Brisket Recipe. The flat is the moist tender cut of brisket, and makes for a delicious and tender baked brisket.

What temperature should I cook Grandma's Brisket recipe to

Grandma's Brisket Recipe should be baked at 300 degrees Fahrenheit. You will know that this brisket recipe is done when the brisket reads 165 degrees using a meat thermometer.

Ingredients for Grandma's Brisket

• 1 - 4lb brisket
• 15oz can of tomato soup (Campbells recommended)
• 1 package dry beefy onion soup mix
• 6oz water
• 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 ½ Tablespoons Vinegar
• Salt
• Pepper

How to Make Grandma's Brisket

Preheat oven to 300 degrees

In a bowl, mix together the tomato soup, onion soup mix, water, brown sugar, and vinegar.

Lightly salt and pepper both sides of the brisket, then place it fat cap side up, into a baking dish that has sides (a 9x13 or a roasting pan would work well.)

Pour the soup mixture over the top of the brisket.

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil

Bake the brisket at 300 for about 2 ½ hours. After about 1 ½ hours, carefully remove the tin foil and let the brisket cook for the remaining time without the cover.

Brisket is done when it has reached 200 degrees and is tender.

Let sit for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Reserve the liquid the brisket cooked in, skim the top to remove excessive oil, then serve the liquid as a sauce for the brisket.

Tips:

• This is a truly vintage recipe close to my heart, it was my grandmother’s go-to brisket that I have made small tweaks to over the years!
• This recipe is great served with rice, potatoes, or my favorite - buttered noodles just like grandma served it!
• You can use any brand of tomato soup and onion soup mix but honestly I've tried others and really campbells for the tomato and lipton for the onion can’t be beat!
• 4lbs or less is recommended for this recipe. We frequently use 2-3lb briskets for our little family of 3, and just are sure to keep an eye on the temp as it won’t cook quite as long (approx 40mins per lb)
• My husband claims this is a “barbeque sauce”. However I totally disagree (I mean when I think of BBQ sauce I think of sweet baby rays or a thick sticky sauce...this is a thin sauce)… not sure what to call it but it is a flavorful sauce with a little sweet and a little tang to it! The sauce is delicious over rice or when it mixes with the buttered noodles a little.

Making this recipe has brought back so many happy childhood memories for me. I want to thank you for encouraging me to revisit these family favorite times, so that I can relive them with fond eyes as an adult.

I hope that your family enjoys this recipe as much as mine does.  This brisket with onion soup mix recipe is going to become a highly requested recipe around your house, I just know it!  Don't forget to leave me a comment below and let me share your favorite childhood memory!

What To Serve With Grandma's Brisket Recipe

If you're looking for an awesome side to serve with this brisket, you've come to the right place. Ken and I created a list for you to take a look at and choose what you want to make your meal something that people will be singing your praises over!

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