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pounds brisket  
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onions, 1 halved, 1 chopped  
large carrot, quartered  
stalk celery, quartered  
cloves garlic  
cup chopped fresh cilantro  
12−ounce can whole tomatoes  
Salt and pepper to taste  
1
large tomato, chopped  
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4−ounce can chile chipotle, drained and chopped (reserve liquid)  
cup light olive oil  
cup vinegar  
pound Monterey Jack cheese, cut in ¼−inch cubes  
large avocados, sliced length−wise  
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Oven: 325 degrees  
Place brisket in heavy pot and cover with water. Add halved onion, carrot,  
celery, garlic, ½ cup chopped cilantro, canned tomatoes, salt and pepper.  
Cover and cook in oven approximately 4 hours until very tender, Remove from  
liquid, cool slightly and shred thoroughly with a fork. In large bowl,  
combine shredded beef, chopped onion, chopped tomato, remaining cilantro,  
chile chipotle, and liquid to taste, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Let  
cool in refrigerator at least 4 hours. Before serving, toss with cheese and  
turn into a decorative bowl. Garnish with sliced avocado. Serve with warm  
corn or flour tortillas, pinto beans and guacamole or tossed green salad.  
For spicier flavor, use more chile chipotle or pickled jalapenos or chopped  
or fresh green chile strips.  
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