Crockpot Brisket with Garlic and Rosemary

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Slow-cooked beef brisket infused with fresh garlic and rosemary creates a tender, flavorful Whole30-friendly dinner perfect for comforting family meals. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 500 minutes, pairs beef brisket, garlic cloves, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rub 3 pounds beef brisket all over with 2 teaspoons sea salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 6 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear the brisket for 4 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the brisket to a slow cooker and scatter 1 large sliced onion over and around it.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup Whole30-compliant beef broth and 2 tablespoons tomato paste until smooth, then pour evenly over the brisket.
  5. Step 5: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until the brisket is fork-tender and easily shredded.
  6. Step 6: Remove the brisket and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve with the cooking juices and onions spooned over the top.

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