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Cozy Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe with Tender Potatoes Made Easy

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A comforting slow-cooked corned beef and cabbage dish with tender potatoes, perfect for cozy family dinners and easy to prepare in a crockpot.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds corned beef brisket (with spice packet)
  • 1.5 pounds yellow potatoes, peeled and halved or quartered
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 2 whole bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (optional, for serving)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for finishing potatoes)
  • A handful fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Peel and halve the yellow potatoes. Cut the cabbage into large wedges, keeping the core intact. Slice the onion and peel and chunk the carrots. Mince the garlic cloves.
  2. Place the potatoes, carrots, and onion on the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle half the minced garlic over the veggies. Add the bay leaves and whole peppercorns on top.
  3. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry and place on top of the vegetables, fat side up if there’s a fat cap.
  4. Add 4 cups of low-sodium beef broth to the crockpot.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until the corned beef is fork-tender and potatoes are soft but not mushy. Alternatively, cook on high for 3 to 4 hours if pressed for time.
  6. About 1 hour before serving, nestle the cabbage wedges around the brisket in the crockpot. Sprinkle the remaining garlic over the cabbage and replace the lid.
  7. Once done, carefully remove the potatoes and toss them with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and a pinch of salt.
  8. Remove the brisket and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices. Arrange on a platter with cabbage, buttered potatoes, and carrots.
  9. Serve hot with a dollop of Dijon mustard and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Rinse the corned beef before cooking to reduce saltiness. Add cabbage in the last hour to prevent it from becoming mushy. Slice the brisket against the grain for tenderness. Save some cooking liquid to drizzle over the dish. For dairy intolerance, omit butter or use a dairy-free alternative. Optionally add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the broth for tang.

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Keywords: crockpot corned beef, corned beef and cabbage, slow cooker recipe, St. Patrick's Day, comfort food, tender potatoes, easy dinner

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