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This classic slow-cooker corned beef is the ultimate comfort food, featuring a tender, spice-cured brisket that falls apart at the touch. The long, low cooking process infuses the meat with deep, savory flavors from onion, garlic, and bay leaves. Adding cabbage wedges near the end of the cook time allows them to steam gently in the flavorful broth, becoming soft and sweet without turning to mush. It is a hearty, satisfying meal that requires minimal active effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend dinners. Serve with the rich cooking liquid for extra moisture and flavor.
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This classic slow-cooker corned beef is the ultimate comfort food, featuring a tender, spice-cured brisket that falls apart at the touch. The long, low cooking process infuses the meat with deep, savory flavors from onion, garlic, and bay leaves. Adding cabbage wedges near the end of the cook time allows them to steam gently in the flavorful broth, becoming soft and sweet without turning to mush. It is a hearty, satisfying meal that requires minimal active effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend dinners. Serve with the rich cooking liquid for extra moisture and flavor.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the 4-pound corned beef brisket into the bottom of a slow cooker.
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Add enough water to barely cover the meat.
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Chop one onion and mince two garlic cloves (or use 2 teaspoons of garlic powder).
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Add the onion, garlic, and 2 bay leaves to the slow cooker around the brisket.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 9 to 10 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
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While the beef cooks, cut one head of cabbage into 8 wedges.
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About 20 minutes before serving, lift the corned beef out of the pot and set aside on a cutting board.
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Turn the slow cooker setting to HIGH.
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Gently place the cabbage wedges into the hot broth.
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Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
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Slice the corned beef against the grain and serve alongside the steamed cabbage and broth.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1135.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 68.1g105%
- Saturated Fat 27.2g136%
- Cholesterol 354.1mg119%
- Sodium 326.9mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 118.0g236%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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