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Slow Cooker Corned Beef with Cabbage

A classic comfort dish featuring tender, flavorful corned beef paired with vibrant cabbage and vegetables, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Irish
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4-6 pounds corned beef brisket, with seasoning packet
  • 2 large onions, cut into quarters
  • 3 leaves bay leaves
  • 5 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 pounds small potatoes, halved if large
  • 3.5 cups low-sodium chicken or beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large green cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly coat a 7- to 8-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Remove the corned beef from its packaging and pat it dry with paper towels.
  3. Spread the onion quarters across the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Place the corned beef on top, fat side up.
  5. Evenly sprinkle the seasoning packet over the brisket.
  6. Toss the bay leaves and crushed garlic over the brisket, and arrange the carrots and potatoes around the meat.
  7. In a measuring cup, whisk together the broth and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  8. Pour the broth mixture into the slow cooker around the meat and veggies, and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low heat for 7 hours.
  2. Add the cabbage wedges, pressing them into the liquid, and cook for an additional 2 to 3 hours.
Serving
  1. Transfer the corned beef to a cutting board and let it rest for about 15 minutes.
  2. Thinly slice against the grain and drizzle with garlic herb butter made by mixing the melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 1200mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Corned beef can be frozen for up to 3 months; slice before freezing to make reheating easier.

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