BBQ Beef Brisket

(Courtesy of Family Circle)

Ingredients:
2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar
1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
1 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. black pepper
3 Tbsp. natural beef brisket
2 1/2 c. beef broth
3 Tbsp. molasses
2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
3 dashes liquid smoke (optional)
3 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. white vinegar
8 onion rolls
2 c. prepared creamy coleslaw

Directions:
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and pepper.  Rub onto brisket and place in slow cooker.

In a bowl, whisk broth, molasses, Worcestershire sauce and, if desired, liquid smoke.  Add to slow cooker.  Slow cook on high for 6 hours or low for 8 hours.

Carefully remove brisket from slow cooker and shred with 2 forks.  In a small bowl, combine 1/4 c. water, cornstarch and vinegar.  Strain liquid in slow cooker into a saucepan and add cornstarch mixture.  Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook 3 minutes, until thickened and clear.  Combine 5 c. of the sauce with brisket in a large bowl.  Let stand, covered, for 15 minutes.

Split onion rolls and fill with brisket and coleslaw.  Serve immediately.