BEEF BRISKET IN BEER

BEEF BRISKET IN BEER Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :4:00 Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 4 lb beef brisket 1/2 tsp pepper 1 cup sliced onion -- separated into rings 1/2 cup chili sauce 3 tbsp splenda 2 cl garlic -- crushed 1 bottle beer 2 1/2 tbsp all-purpose flour 5/8 cup water Black pepper -- (optional) Halved tomato slices -- (optional) Fresh parsley sprigs -- (optional) Trim fat from brisket; place in a 13- x 9- x 2-inch 320x220x50mm baking dish. Sprinkle top of brisket with pepper; arrange onion rings over brisket. Combine chili sauce and next 3 ingredients; stir well, and pour over brisket. Cover and bake at 350°F-180°C for 3 hours. Uncover and bake an additional 20 minutes or until brisket is tender. Place brisket on a serving platter, reserving cooking liquid. Set brisket aside, and keep warm. Pour 1-1/2 cups cooking liquid into a small saucepan. Place flour in a small bowl. Gradually add water, blending with a wire whisk; add to cooking liquid. Bring to a boil, and cook 2 minutes or until gravy is thickened, stirring constantly. Serve gravy with brisket. Sprinkle with pepper, and garnish with tomato slices and parsley sprigs, if desired.