Slow-Cooked Irish Corned Beef & Cabbage Delight
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this effortless, flavorful Slow-Cooked Irish Corned Beef & Cabbage Delight! This hearty one-dish meal combines tender corned beef brisket with a medley of sweet carrots, parsnips, vibrant potatoes, and savory cabbage. Perfectly seasoned with rich Guinness stout and aromatic herbs, it's a festive and comforting dish. Serve it warm alongside your favorite rye bread or a delightful Irish soda bread for an authentic experience. Don’t forget to add some green beer for a spirited touch! And for an extra special glaze, try topping the corned beef with a sweet pineapple-ham glaze for a delicious twist.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
carrots
3 (cut into 1 inch pieces)
parsnips
3 (cut into 1 inch pieces)
corned beef brisket
3-4 lbs (n/a)
onions
2-3 (cut into quarters)
small red potatoes
10 (halved)
medium potatoes
6 (quartered)
large potatoes
4 (cut into six pieces)
cabbage
1 small head (cut into wedges with core intact)
mustard powder
1/2-2 teaspoons (n/a)
garlic powder
1/2-2 teaspoons (n/a)
thyme
1 sprig (n/a)
sugar
1 teaspoon (n/a)
Guinness stout
12 ounces (n/a)
water
1 cup (n/a)
salt
1 teaspoon (n/a)
pepper
1 teaspoon (n/a)
Instructions
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1. Begin by placing the cut carrots and parsnips into the bottom of your crock pot, creating a flavorful base.
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2. Place the corned beef brisket and quartered onions on top of the veggies in the crock pot.
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3. In a separate bowl, mix together the Guinness stout, water, sugar, mustard powder, garlic powder, thyme sprig, salt, and pepper to create a savory broth.
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4. Pour the broth mixture over the corned beef and vegetables in the crock pot, ensuring everything is well coated.
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5. Cover the crock pot and set it to low heat for 8 hours. This slow cooking process will render the corned beef incredibly tender.
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6. After 8 hours, check the tenderness of the carrots, parsnips, and onions. If they are tender, remove them and keep them in a covered dish.
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7. Next, add the cabbage wedges and potatoes to the crock pot, pushing them down into the liquid for even cooking.
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8. Increase the heat to high and cook for an additional 2 hours. If you removed the vegetables earlier, add them back into the pot to warm through.
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9. For serving, you can add a dollop of whole-grain mustard or, for a gourmet finish, place the corned beef on a foil-lined baking sheet with the fat side up. Score the fat and broil for 3 minutes, then drizzle with approximately 1/2 cup of Pineapple Ham Glaze (recipe #57813) and broil for an additional 2 minutes until caramelized.
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10. Serve warm and enjoy your festive Irish feast!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 3 to 4 pounds of corned beef brisket.
How long is the initial slow cooking time?
The corned beef and root vegetables should be slow-cooked on low heat for 8 hours.
What type of beer is recommended for the broth?
The recipe calls for 12 ounces of Guinness stout to create a rich, savory broth.
Which vegetables should be placed at the bottom of the crock pot?
The cut carrots and parsnips are placed at the bottom to create a flavorful base.
How should the cabbage be prepared?
The cabbage should be cut into wedges with the core left intact.
When do I add the cabbage and potatoes?
Add the cabbage and potatoes after the initial 8 hours of slow cooking is complete.
What is the total cooking time for the potatoes and cabbage?
They should be cooked on high heat for an additional 2 hours.
How should the onions be cut?
The onions should be cut into quarters before being placed on top of the vegetables.
Can I use different types of potatoes?
Yes, the recipe suggests a mix of small red potatoes (halved), medium potatoes (quartered), or large potatoes (cut into six pieces).
What seasonings are included in the broth mixture?
The broth includes mustard powder, garlic powder, a thyme sprig, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Should I cook the beef on high or low heat initially?
The beef should be cooked on the low heat setting for the first 8 hours.
What should I do if the carrots and parsnips are tender after 8 hours?
Remove them from the pot and keep them in a covered dish while the cabbage and potatoes cook.
How do I ensure the cabbage and potatoes cook evenly?
Push them down into the liquid in the crock pot for even heat distribution.
Is there a way to give the beef a gourmet finish?
Yes, you can score the fat, broil it for 3 minutes, drizzle with Pineapple Ham Glaze, and broil for 2 more minutes until caramelized.
What kind of glaze is suggested for a sweet twist?
The recipe suggests using a Pineapple Ham Glaze (recipe #57813).
What sides are recommended to serve with this dish?
It is best served with rye bread or Irish soda bread.
How many carrots and parsnips are needed?
The recipe calls for 3 carrots and 3 parsnips, both cut into 1-inch pieces.
How much water is added to the slow cooker?
One cup of water is added to the broth mixture.
What holiday is this dish traditionally served for?
This dish is a festive choice for celebrating St. Patrick's Day.
How much mustard powder and garlic powder should I use?
The recipe suggests between 1/2 and 2 teaspoons of each, depending on your preference.
What type of mustard is recommended for serving?
A dollop of whole-grain mustard is recommended for serving.
How many onions are required?
You will need 2 to 3 onions, cut into quarters.
What size cabbage head is best?
The recipe recommends using 1 small head of cabbage.
How much salt and pepper should be added?
The recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper.
Do I need to mix the broth before pouring it in?
Yes, mix the Guinness, water, sugar, and spices in a separate bowl before pouring them over the beef.
Is this a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is a hearty one-dish meal that combines meat and multiple vegetables.
How much sugar is in the broth recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of sugar.
What is the specific preparation for the thyme?
Use one sprig of thyme for the aromatic broth.
How many medium potatoes are needed if not using small or large ones?
The recipe lists 6 medium potatoes, quartered.
Can I serve this with beverages other than water?
Yes, the description suggests serving it with green beer for a spirited touch.