• Step 1

  Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Season beef with salt and pepper. Heat oil in braising pan on MED-HIGH until oil faintly smokes; add beef. Sear about 5 min per side until all sides are uniformly browned, adjusting heat as needed. Remove from pan; transfer to clean platter.

• Step 2

  Add celery, carrots, onions, garlic, and parsnips to pan. Cook, stirring, 6-7 min, until vegetables begin to brown. Add flour; cook, stirring constantly, 1-2 min. Add tomato paste and beef concentrate; cook, stirring, 1 min. Add wine; cook, stirring, 1-2 min. Stir in water and thyme. Bring to simmer.

• Step 3

  Pour vegetables and sauce mixture carefully into roasting pan. Place beef on vegetable mixture; cover with foil. Place in oven.

• Step 4

  Cook 3 1/2 hours. Uncover; cook 30 min until beef is fork-tender.

• Step 5

  Remove pan from oven; transfer beef to cutting board. Let rest 15 min before slicing. Carve brisket diagonally across grain.

• Step 6

  Transfer sliced beef and vegetables to serving platter; season to taste.

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Note: When servings & ingredients are modified, nutrition & directions may vary.