Slow Cooker Guinness Corned Beef And Veggies

This Slow Cooker Guinness Corned Beef and Veggies recipe is a delicious, no-fuss way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or any time you’re craving a comforting, hearty meal. The corned beef is slow-cooked in a rich Guinness stout, which infuses the meat with deep, savory flavors, making it incredibly tender. Paired with a medley of vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and cabbage, this dish becomes a complete meal that’s both satisfying and flavorful. The stout beer not only enhances the beef but also imparts a slightly malty sweetness to the vegetables, balancing the saltiness of the corned beef perfectly.

Ingredients:

• 4 pounds corned beef brisket, with spice packet
• 1 bottle (12 oz) Guinness stout beer
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 pound baby carrots
• 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved
• 1 large onion, quartered
• 1 small head of cabbage, cut into wedges
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon whole mustard seeds

Instructions:

1. Prepare the slow cooker: Place the corned beef brisket in the slow cooker, fat side up. Sprinkle the contents of the spice packet over the top of the brisket.
2. Add liquid: Pour the Guinness stout beer and beef broth over the corned beef, ensuring that the brisket is covered. Add the garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and mustard seeds.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the corned beef is tender.
4. Add vegetables: About 2 hours before serving, add the carrots, potatoes, and onion to the slow cooker. Arrange the cabbage wedges on top of the other vegetables.
5. Finish cooking: Continue cooking on low until the vegetables are tender, about 2 hours.
6. Serve: Remove the corned beef from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve the beef with the vegetables, and spoon some of the cooking liquid over the top for added flavor.
7. Optional: Serve with a side of mustard or horseradish for an extra kick.

Enjoy your flavorful and tender corned beef and veggies, a dish that’s sure to warm your heart and soul!