Loved how this came out! My friends at church were gushing over it

Ingredients:
– 4-5 pounds beef brisket, trimmed

– 2 teaspoons kosher salt

– 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

– 2 tablespoons olive oil

– 1 large onion, sliced

– 3 cloves garlic, minced

– 1 cup beef broth

– 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar or red wine (for a richer flavor)

– 1/4 cup brown sugar

– 2 tablespoons tomato paste

– 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

– 2 bay leaves

– Fresh thyme sprigs

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