Simmered Fresh Beef Brisket

Procedure

1. Place beef in a stockpot with enough boiling water to cover. Return the water to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and skim the scum carefully.
2. Add the mirepoix and seasonings.
3. Simmer until the meat is tender when tested with a fork.
4. Transfer the meat to a steam-table pan and add enough of the broth to barely cover (to kee