Boiled Beef Recipe
Ingredients
3 pounds lean first-cut brisket of beef
Boiling water
2 leeks, trimmed and washed well
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 bay leaf
1 carrot, scraped and left whole
1 medium onion, peeled
1 small stalk celery with leaves
12 peppercorns, slightly bruised
Salt to taste
Directions
1. Place the brisket of beef in a Dutch oven or heavy skillet in which it will fit compactly. Pour over it boiling water barely to cover.
2. Return to a boil and reduce the heat. Spoon off all the grease and scum.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and cover lightly. Simmer three to four hours, until the meat is tender.
2. Return to a boil and reduce the heat. Spoon off all the grease and scum.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and cover lightly. Simmer three to four hours, until the meat is tender.
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