Tender Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe for Cozy Comfort Food
This corn beef and cabbage recipe offers a hearty dish perfect for family gatherings and festive occasions, filled with flavor and tradition.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
Ingredients
Corned Beef and Cabbage Ingredients
- 2-3 lbs corned beef brisket Choose a high-quality cut for the best results.
- 1 medium yellow onion Can be swapped with a white onion if needed.
- 2 large carrots Feel free to use baby carrots.
- 2 ribs celery Substitute with celery salt if desired.
- 1 lbs baby potatoes Regular potatoes cut into chunks work as well.
- 1 tbsp kosher salt Sea salt can be an alternative.
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper Pre-ground black pepper can be used.
- 1 tbsp store-bought pickling spice You can create your own blend.
- 4 sprigs thyme Dried thyme is a good substitute.
- 2 bay leaves Dried bay leaves work well.
- 1 head green cabbage Can use Brussels sprouts for a twist.
Instructions
How to Make Corned Beef and Cabbage
- Start by chopping the onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes. Layer them evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Place the corned beef brisket right on top of the arranged vegetables. Season with kosher salt and black pepper, then sprinkle the pickling spice over the beef.
- Lay the thyme sprigs and bay leaves atop the corned beef.
- Pour in enough water to fill the slow cooker until the meat is almost fully submerged.
- Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 7-8 hours or on high for about 4.5 hours.
- Stir in the green cabbage and let it cook on high for an additional 45 minutes until tender.
- Slice the corned beef and plate it alongside the vegetables.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of mustard for an extra zing. Quality matters when choosing corned beef brisket.