Silverside of Beef and Carrots

• 3 tablespoons oil
• 3 lb (1.5 kg) silverside or brisket<

Cooking

Heat the oil in a casserole which will just hold the meat and vegetables neatly. Add the meat and brown lightly. Remove and add the vegetables, toss in the oil and replace the meat. Season and cover tightly, using aluminium foil if necessary to make a good seal. Cook very slowly, preferably in a slow oven, till the meat is tender, approximately 1½ hours. Turn the meat twice an