Description

Enjoy the tender, flavorful goodness of Slow Cooker Corned Beef with minimal effort. Perfect for family dinners or St. Patrick’s Day, this easy recipe delivers succulent meat and hearty vegetables, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. Slow cooker corned beef, easy corned beef recipe, tender corned beef, comfort food, family dinner

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 pounds corned beef brisket, with spice packet
1 large onion, cut into quarters
4 cloves garlic, minced
3–4 large carrots, cut into large chunks
6–8 small red potatoes, halved
1 small head of cabbage, cut into wedges
4 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Instructions

Assemble the slow cooker by placing the chopped garlic and onion quarters in the bottom.
Add vegetables: Arrange the carrots, potatoes, and cabbage around the edges of the slow cooker.
Add corned beef: Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine, then place it on top of the vegetables.
Spices and broth: Sprinkle the spice packet that came with the corned beef over the meat. Add the bay leaves, black peppercorns, thyme, and rosemary.
Mustard and broth: Spread the whole grain mustard over the top of the corned beef. Pour the beef broth around the meat and vegetables.
Slow cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the corned beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Serve: Carefully remove the corned beef from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with the cooked vegetables and some of the broth spooned over the top.

Notes

For an extra flavorful broth, consider adding a bottle of beer or a cup of apple cider.
Leftover corned beef can be used to make delicious sandwiches or corned beef hash.
This recipe tastes great served with whole grain mustard or horseradish on the side.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Irish-American

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