Description
Discover how to make Cozy Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage with our step-by-step recipe for the best flavor. This recipe guarantees perfectly tender corned beef and deliciously infused vegetables, making it a perfect family meal.
Ingredients
- 3–4 lb corned beef brisket (flat or point cut, with spice packet)
- 1 large yellow onion, quartered or thickly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
- 2 bay leaves
- 12 oz dark beer (Guinness recommended) or beef broth
- 1.5 lbs small waxy potatoes (e.g., Yukon Gold, red potatoes), cut into 1.5-inch chunks
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into thick rounds or chunks
- 1 medium green cabbage, halved and cut into 4–6 wedges
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing, optional)
- Dijon mustard for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Prep and Sear the Corned Beef: Rinse corned beef thoroughly and pat dry. (Optional) Sear on all sides in a hot skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side. Place in the slow cooker.
- 2. Layer Aromatics and Spices: Scatter onion, garlic, bay leaves, and the pickling spice packet around and on top of the brisket in the slow cooker.
- 3. Add Liquid and Cook: Pour beer or broth over the brisket until about two-thirds submerged. Cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- 4. Incorporate Root Vegetables: After the initial cooking time (approx. 6 hrs on LOW or 3 hrs on HIGH), add potatoes and carrots to the slow cooker. Ensure they are mostly submerged. Continue cooking for another 1-1.5 hours on LOW or 45-60 minutes on HIGH.
- 5. Add Cabbage and Finish Cooking: During the final 30-45 minutes of cooking, nestle the cabbage wedges into the slow cooker liquid. Cook until the cabbage is tender but not mushy.
- 6. Rest, Slice, and Serve: Remove corned beef, tent with foil, and rest for 10-15 minutes. Remove vegetables. Slice corned beef against the grain and serve with vegetables and a drizzle of cooking liquid. Serve with Dijon mustard if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 8 hours (Low) / 5 hours (High)