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Place the flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and season the brisket on both sides, shaking off any excess.
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In a large casserole, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot, about 2 minutes.
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Add the meat and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
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If the pan dries out, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil.
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Remove the meat and clean out the pot.
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In the same pot, heat the olive oil over low heat.
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Add the onions, leeks, and garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
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Add the carrots, celery, parsnips, and half the parsley and cook another 5 minutes, making sure to stir the vegetables around thoroughly.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add the meat back to the pot.
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Spread the tomato paste on top of the meat.
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Raise the heat to high and add the wine and broth and bring to a boil.
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Reduce the heat to low, add the bay leaf, and cook, covered, for about 2 hours, spooning the sauce on top of the meat every go minutes or so.
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The meat is ready when it feels tender when gently prodded with a small, sharp knife.
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Taste the sauce for seasoning.
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Let cool 10 minutes off the heat before serving.
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If making the brisket a day ahead of time, cover and refrigerate overnight.
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Spoon off any excess fat that has risen to the surface.
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Reheat in a 350 degree F oven for about 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbling throughout.
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Transfer the meat to a carving board and cut into 1/2 inch slices.
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Serve the meat topped with the vegetables and juices from the pot.
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Sprinkle with the remaining parsley.
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Season to taste.