Name: Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 500 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 lb Corned beef brisket with spice packet; 1 lb Red potatoes, halved; 1 lb Carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks; 1 large Yellow onion, cut into large wedges; 4 cups Beef broth, low sodium; 3 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 head Green cabbage, cut into large wedges; 0.5 tsp Black pepper

"This set-it-and-forget-it meal features a perfectly seasoned corned beef brisket that becomes incredibly tender after hours of slow simmering. Accompanied by hearty root vegetables and buttery cabbage, it is the quintessential comfort food for St. Patrick's Day or any cozy Sunday dinner."

1 Ingredients

Qty	Item
3 lb 1.36 kg	Corned beef brisket with spice packet
1 lb 450 g	Red potatoes, halved
1 lb 450 g	Carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
1 large 1 large	Yellow onion, cut into large wedges
4 cups 950 ml	Beef broth, low sodium
3 cloves 9 g	Garlic, minced
1 head 900 g	Green cabbage, cut into large wedges
0.5 tsp 1 g	Black pepper

2 Instructions

Place the potatoes, carrots, and onion in the bottom of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker.

Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess salt and pat dry. Place the brisket on top of the vegetables.

Sprinkle the contents of the spice packet that came with the beef over the top, along with the minced garlic and black pepper.

Pour the beef broth over the meat and vegetables until the liquid reaches about halfway up the side of the beef.

Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours until the beef is fork-tender.

During the last 1.5 to 2 hours of cooking (if on LOW) or 1 hour (if on HIGH), place the cabbage wedges on top of the beef and vegetables. Cover and continue cooking until cabbage is tender.

Remove the beef and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve alongside the vegetables and a drizzle of the cooking liquid.

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Always slice the corned beef against the grain to ensure every bite is tender rather than chewy.
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Rinsing the brisket before cooking is essential to prevent the final dish from being overly salty.
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For extra flavor, replace one cup of beef broth with a bottle of Irish stout like Guinness.
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Don't add the cabbage too early or it will become mushy and lose its vibrant color.

? Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my corned beef still tough?

Corned beef is a tough cut of meat that requires a long, slow cook time to break down the connective tissue. If it's tough, it likely needs more time in the slow cooker.

Do I have to use the spice packet?

The spice packet contains essential pickling spices like mustard seed and coriander that give the dish its signature flavor. If your brisket didn't come with one, you can make your own pickling spice blend.

Can I cook this on high instead of low?

Yes, you can cook it on high for 4-5 hours, but low and slow for 8-10 hours usually yields the most tender results for this specific cut of meat.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The leftover beef makes excellent Reuben sandwiches!

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