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Tender Slow Cooker Guinness Braised Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe for Easy St. Patrick’s Day Dinner

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender corned beef braised in Guinness stout with vegetables, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds corned beef brisket (with spice packet)
  • 12 ounces Guinness stout
  • 2 cups beef broth (low sodium)
  • 2 medium yellow onions, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 4 medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Place quartered onions, carrots, and potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Place the corned beef brisket on top of the vegetables, fat side up if present.
  4. Pour in the Guinness stout and beef broth.
  5. Add smashed garlic cloves, bay leaves, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, thyme sprigs, and sprinkle brown sugar over the top.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, avoiding frequent lid opening.
  7. About 1 hour before cooking is complete, add cabbage wedges around the brisket, cover and continue cooking.
  8. Check tenderness by testing if beef shreds easily with a fork; cook an additional 30 minutes if needed.
  9. Transfer corned beef to a cutting board and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
  10. Slice against the grain into thin slices and serve with cabbage and vegetables, spooning braising liquid over the top.

Notes

Rinsing the brisket reduces excess saltiness. Add cabbage in the last hour to avoid mushiness. Rest meat before slicing for juiciness. Use tongs to handle meat to retain juices. Braising liquid can be reduced by simmering if too thin.

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Keywords: corned beef, Guinness, slow cooker, St. Patrick's Day, braised, cabbage, Irish recipe, comfort food

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