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Ultimate Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe Easy Homemade Irish Dinner

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe for tender corned beef with perfectly cooked cabbage and potatoes, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds corned beef brisket (with seasoning packet or unseasoned)
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 medium yellow onions, quartered
  • 5 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold or red), peeled and halved
  • 1 medium head cabbage, cut into wedges
  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat dry with paper towels. (5 minutes)
  2. Place quartered onions, carrot chunks, and halved potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker. (5 minutes)
  3. Sprinkle mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and place bay leaves and smashed garlic cloves over the veggies. (2 minutes)
  4. Put the brisket on top of the veggies, fat side up. (2 minutes)
  5. Add 6 cups of water or enough to cover the meat and veggies. (2 minutes)
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours until beef is fork-tender and internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C). Avoid lifting the lid often. (8-10 hours)
  7. About 1 hour before serving, add cabbage wedges to the slow cooker. (1 hour)
  8. Check that potatoes and cabbage are tender but intact. (5 minutes)
  9. Remove brisket and let rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain. (10 minutes)
  10. Serve sliced corned beef with cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. Ladle some cooking liquid over the top and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. (5 minutes)

Notes

Rinse the brisket before cooking to reduce saltiness. Add cabbage late in cooking to avoid mushiness. Rest meat before slicing for juiciness. If cooking liquid is thin, simmer it down to concentrate flavors. Use a programmable slow cooker with timer if possible.

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Keywords: corned beef, slow cooker, cabbage, Irish dinner, comfort food, St. Patrick's Day, easy recipe

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