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Tender Crockpot Corned Beef Recipe with Potatoes and Cabbage Perfect for Easy Meals

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A comforting and easy slow-cooked corned beef recipe with potatoes and cabbage, perfect for cozy dinners and family gatherings. This recipe delivers tender, flavorful meat with simple ingredients and minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds corned beef brisket with seasoning packet
  • 1.5 pounds yellow potatoes, cut into halves or quarters
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 large onion, peeled and quartered
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, freshly cracked if possible
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef under cold water to remove excess brine, then pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Place the quartered onion, carrot chunks, and potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Place the brisket fat-side up on top of the veggies.
  4. Sprinkle the seasoning packet over the meat, add bay leaves and peppercorns, then pour in 4 cups of beef broth covering the meat about halfway.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours without lifting the lid.
  6. About 1 hour before the end of cooking, nestle the cabbage wedges around the brisket, cover and continue cooking.
  7. Check for doneness; the brisket should be fork-tender and potatoes soft but not mushy. Cook longer in 30-minute increments if needed.
  8. Remove the brisket and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  9. Serve sliced beef with potatoes, cabbage, and carrots, spoon some cooking broth over the top, and add Dijon mustard if desired.

Notes

Rinsing the brisket reduces saltiness. Add cabbage in the last hour to avoid mushy texture. Slice against the grain for tenderness. Save cooking liquid for soups or sauces. For gluten-free, ensure broth is gluten-free and skip mustard or use mustard-free sauce. Can braise in oven at 300°F for 3-4 hours if no slow cooker is available.

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Keywords: corned beef, crockpot, slow cooker, potatoes, cabbage, easy meals, comfort food, Irish recipe

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