Braised Brisket with Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 3 large onions, thinly sliced
• 1 4-lb. beef brisket, trimmed of surface fat
• 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces

Preparation

1. 1. Mix 1 cup water, paprika, rosemary, thyme, salt and garlic in slow cooker. Add onions. Place brisket in slow cooker and turn to coat with liquid. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
2. 2. Add sweet potatoes and continue to cook until brisket is fork-tender and potatoes are soft but not falling apart, 2 to 3 hours more. Remove meat and sweet potatoes from cooker. Place meat on a cutting board and tent with foil; let stand 10 minutes. Slice meat and skim fat from sauce. Serve with sauce on side.