Slow Cooker Corned Beef Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3-4 pound corned beef brisket, with the spice packet
• 1 large onion, quartered
• 4 carrots, cut into large chunks
• 4 stalks celery, cut into large chunks
• 10 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 bottle (12 ounces) dark beer, such as Guinness or stout
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

Instructions:

1. Prep the Meat:
   • Remove the corned beef from the package and rinse under cold water.
   • Place the corned beef in the slow cooker.
2. Add the Veggies and Liquid:
   • Add the quartered onion, carrot chunks, celery chunks, and garlic cloves to the slow cooker.
   • Pour the dark beer and water over the meat and vegetables.
   • Sprinkle the mustard seeds and black peppercorns on top.
3. Cook:
   • Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours, or on HIGH for 4-6 hours.
   • The meat should be tender and easily shreddable.
4. Serve:
   • Remove the corned beef and vegetables from the cooking liquid.
   • Shred the corned beef and return it to the cooking liquid to keep warm.
   • Serve the corned beef, vegetables, and cooking liquid (au jus) with your favorite sides, such as boiled potatoes, cabbage, and Irish soda bread.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, consider adding a bay leaf to the cooking liquid.
• If you prefer a spicier corned beef, add a few red pepper flakes to the cooking liquid.
• The cooking liquid can be used to make a delicious soup or gravy.

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful slow cooker corned beef recipe!