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PrintClassic corned beef simmered with spices until tender, served with cabbage, carrots, and potatoes — perfect for comforting meals and holiday traditions.
3–4 lb corned beef brisket (with spice packet or homemade spices)
10 cups water or low-sodium beef broth
1 onion, quartered
4 cloves garlic, smashed
2 bay leaves
1 tbsp whole peppercorns
4 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
4 potatoes, peeled and halved
1 small cabbage, cut into wedges
Rinse corned beef and place in large pot or slow cooker.
Add onion, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and spice packet (or 1–2 tbsp pickling spice).
Pour in water or broth to cover beef.
Simmer on stovetop 2.5–3.5 hours, or slow cook on LOW 8–10 hours.
Add carrots and potatoes 1 hour before beef is done. Add cabbage during last 30 minutes.
Remove beef and let rest 10–15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Serve with vegetables and a spoonful of broth.
Add a bottle of stout for deeper flavor.
Leftovers make great sandwiches or hash.
Store in fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.