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Corned beef simmering in a 4 qt slow cooker
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Tender corned beef cooked low and slow in a 4 qt slow cooker, perfect for a cozy family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb corned beef brisket
  • 6 small potatoes halved
  • 4 carrots peeled and cut
  • ½ head cabbage cut in wedges
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp peppercorns
  • 4 cups beef broth

Method
 

  1. 1. Place vegetables in bottom of 4 qt slow cooker.
  2. 2. Set brisket on top, fat side up.
  3. 3. Add bay leaf, garlic, and peppercorns.
  4. 4. Pour broth over everything.
  5. 5. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours.
  6. 6. Slice meat against grain before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 brisket with vegCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 1100mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g

Notes

You can use water instead of broth, but beef stock gives richer flavor.
Leftovers make great sandwiches.

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