Oven Barbecued Brisket

Directions

Combine shallots, garlic, chili powder, paprika, cinnamon, oregano and salt in a small bowl.

Rub into both sides of meat.

Set the meat in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish , cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

Pour Worcestershire sauce over the meat.

Cover the pan with foil and set aside at room temperature while the oven heats to 350°F.

Bake the brisket, covered, for 2 hours.

Meanwhile, blend tomatoes, brown sugar and vinegar in a large blender or food processor until smooth.

After 2 hours, pour the tomato mixture over the meat; continue baking, covered, until fork-tender, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes, for about 1½ hours more.

Remove the meat from the sauce.

Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice against the grain.

Skim the fat from the sauce in the pan; pour the sauce over the meat and serve (or follow make-ahead instructions).