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PrintThis Slow Cooker Guinness Corned Beef is tender, flavorful, and cooked with carrots, potatoes, and cabbage in a rich stout broth.
3–4 lb corned beef brisket (with spice packet)
1 bottle Guinness stout (11.2 oz)
2 cups beef broth
2–3 tbsp brown sugar
4–5 garlic cloves, smashed
2 bay leaves
1 tsp whole peppercorns (optional)
4–5 carrots, peeled and cut
6–8 small yellow potatoes, halved
½ head green cabbage, cut into wedges
Place carrots and potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Add corned beef on top, fat side up. Sprinkle spice packet over meat.
Add garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Pour in Guinness and beef broth.
Cover and cook on low for 8–9 hours or high for 5–6 hours.
Add cabbage during the last hour of cooking.
Remove beef and let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Serve with vegetables and a ladle of cooking liquid.
Trim fat before serving if desired.
Store leftovers with liquid for moisture.
Substitute Guinness with beef broth and balsamic vinegar for a no-alcohol version.