1. Season brisket with salt and pepper.

2. In a large saucepan, brown brisket in oil over medium high heat (this seals in the juices). Remove from pan and place into a 3 quart glass or ceramic baking dish.

3. In the same saucepan, sauté onions and garlic until tender.

4. Add the beef broth, tomatoes, red pepper, thyme, rosemary and bay leaf. Stir well to combine ingredients, heat through.

5. Pour mixture over brisket in baking dish.

6. Cover tightly and bake at 325° for 2 hours, basting occasionally.

7. Add carrots; bake 1 hour longer or until meat is tender. Discard bay leaf.

8. Let stand for 10 minutes, then slice beef across the grain. Serve with sauce over brisket slices.