Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as canola or avocado

• 2 pounds flat, first-cut brisket, (see Note), trimmed

• 3 medium onions, sliced

• 6 allspice berries, or pinch of ground allspice

• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, or 3/4 teaspoon dried

• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 cup dry vermouth, or dry white wine

• 3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth

• 4 medium carrots, peeled

• 3 medium parsnips, peeled and cored (see Tip)

• 1 medium rutabaga, (about 3/4 pound), peeled (see Tip)

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• 2 teaspoons arrowroot, or 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 1-2 tablespoons water