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Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage

A classic slow-cooked dish that brings warmth and comfort, perfect for large gatherings or cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 lb corned beef brisket (flat cut preferred), with spice packet Flat cut brisket is recommended for even cooking.
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, quartered or cut into wedges Cabbage should be added towards the end of cooking.
  • 1.5 lbs baby red potatoes, scrubbed and halved or quartered Add at least 1-2 hours before the cooking time is completed.
  • 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks Carrots should be added with potatoes.
  • 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 4 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred) Beef broth is crucial for flavor.
  • 1-2 pieces bay leaves
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, smashed or minced Add more for extra flavor if desired.
  • 1-2 tbsp pickling spice packet (from corned beef, or store-bought) Essential for authentic flavor.
  • as needed fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional) Adds freshness and color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Unwrap the corned beef brisket and rinse it under cold water to reduce saltiness. Place it in the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the pickling spice packet over the brisket and add smashed garlic and bay leaves.
  3. Pour the beef broth over the brisket, ensuring the liquid comes halfway up the meat.
  4. Cover and set the slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Cooking
  1. About 2-3 hours before the beef is done (or 1 hour if on high), add the hard vegetables (potatoes, carrots, onions) around the beef.
  2. About 30-45 minutes before serving, add the cabbage wedges on top of the other vegetables.
Serving
  1. Once the beef is fork-tender, remove it from the cooker and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  2. Scoop out the vegetables and serve alongside the sliced beef with a drizzle of the broth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

For best results, use a flat cut brisket and do not skip rinsing the meat. You can enhance flavor with a splash of apple cider vinegar. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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