Ali’s BBQ Highland Beef Chuck Roast, Brisket, Short Ribs
2-4 lb. Greenfield Chuck Roast or Brisket
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup vinegar, Balsamic or Cider
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup Maple Syrup
1 chopped onion
Salt and pepper to taste
Whole small jalapeno (optional)
1-2 T. cornstarch
Brown roast in heavy skillet on med-high heat for 5 minutes each side. Mix all other ingredients except cornstarch in Crock Pot or Dutch Oven. Place browned roast into Crock Pot sauce and turn to coat both sides of roast. Cook on low for 8-10 hours. Remove roast and pull apart. Mix cornstarch with 3 t. cold water, stir until lumps are gone. Whisk back into sauce in Crock Pot. Put the beef back into Crock Pot, cook on high ½ hour. Serve on rolls, or with crusty bread.