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Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe Perfect for Cozy Dinners

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender corned beef cooked with Guinness and vegetables, perfect for cozy dinners and St. Patrick’s Day meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds corned beef brisket (with seasoning packet)
  • 1 bottle (12 oz) Guinness Draught Beer
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 large yellow onion, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz) water
  • Optional: 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, halved

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine and pat dry with paper towels. (5 minutes)
  2. Place the quartered onion, carrot chunks, and smashed garlic cloves in the bottom of the slow cooker. (5 minutes)
  3. Place the brisket fat-side up on top of the vegetables. (2 minutes)
  4. Pour the bottle of Guinness and 1 cup of water over the brisket. Add the peppercorns and bay leaves. (3 minutes)
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
  6. About 2 hours before serving, add the cabbage wedges and optional potatoes around the brisket. Re-cover and continue cooking. (5 minutes)
  7. Check for doneness: brisket should be fork-tender and internal temperature about 190°F (88°C); cabbage should be soft but hold shape. (2 minutes)
  8. Remove the brisket and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain into ¼-inch slices. (10 minutes)
  9. Serve sliced corned beef with cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. Ladle some cooking liquid over the top.

Notes

Rinse brisket gently to reduce saltiness without washing away seasoning. Place brisket fat-side up to baste meat naturally. Add cabbage and potatoes in last 2 hours to avoid mushiness. Use a meat thermometer to check for 190°F internal temperature. Save cooking liquid for serving or soup base. If slow cooker runs hot, check earlier to avoid overcooking.

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Keywords: slow cooker, corned beef, cabbage, Guinness, Irish recipe, cozy dinner, St. Patrick's Day, comfort food

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