Southern Barbecued Brisket

1 fresh beef brisket (5 pounds)
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke, optional
2 teaspoons celery seed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Place brisket on a large sheet of heavy-duty foil; seal tightly. Place in a greased shallow roasting pan. Bake at 325 for 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat.

Carefully open foil to allow steam to escape. Remove brisket from foil; let stand for 20 minutes. Thinly slice meat across the grain. Place in an ungreased 13 in x 9 in x 2 in baking dish. Spoon sauce over meat. Cover and bake for 1 hour or until meat is heated through.

I don't know about you guys but I have always been a little intimidated by brisket. So, I tried this recipe and it was super easy. It turned out FABULOUS!! Big family hit!!!

Recipe from Taste of Home Simple & Delicious, March/April 2008 issue.