Corned Beef in Beer (Crock Pot) 🍺
Cook Time: 9 hours
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 9 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the absolute best Corned Beef, slow-cooked to perfection in a flavorful beer-infused broth, all within the ease of your trusty Crock Pot. This recipe promises tender, succulent meat with a rich, hearty taste that will leave you craving for more. 🥩🍺
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 – 4 | Corned beef brisket |
| 6 | Potatoes |
| 2 | Onions |
| 6 | Carrots |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| 12 oz | Beer (can substitute water) |
| 1 | Cabbage |
| 2 tbsp | Molasses |
Instructions:
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Prepare Your Crock Pot: Begin by placing the potatoes, onions, carrots, and bay leaf into your Crock Pot, creating a cozy bed of flavors for your corned beef.
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Prep the Brisket: Trim any excess fat from the corned beef brisket, ensuring a lean and tender result. Carefully place the brisket on top of the bed of vegetables in the Crock Pot, ready to soak up all the delicious flavors.
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Beer Infusion: 🍻 In a bowl, mix together the molasses and beer, creating a rich and aromatic liquid that will infuse your corned beef with unparalleled taste. Pour this delightful mixture over the brisket and vegetables in the Crock Pot, ensuring everything is well-coated and ready for slow cooking.
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Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover your Crock Pot and set it to cook on LOW heat setting for 9-11 hours. This slow and steady cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth corned beef that is beyond compare. 🕒
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Optional Cabbage Addition: For an extra burst of flavor and texture, consider adding cabbage wedges on top of the meat during the last hour of cooking. This will allow the cabbage to steam gently, becoming tender and infused with the savory goodness of the broth.
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Slice and Serve: Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the tender corned beef from the Crock Pot and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. This brief resting period allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a juicy and succulent result. 🍽️
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Serving Suggestions: 🥗 Slice the brisket thinly against the grain, revealing its tender and flavorful essence. Serve alongside the vegetables, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. This corned beef also makes for sensational sandwiches, especially when chilled before slicing. 🥪
Tips:
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Cooking Quantity: If you’re cooking more than 3-4 pounds of corned beef, it’s recommended to cook it on HIGH in the Crock Pot. Larger quantities may require a bit more cooking time to reach that perfect tenderness.
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Chilling for Sandwiches: For delightful sandwiches, simply cook the corned beef as instructed, then chill it before slicing. This creates slices that are perfect for layering between bread or rolls, offering a taste of heaven in every bite.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 817.5
- Fat: 43.4g
- Saturated Fat: 14.5g
- Cholesterol: 222.1mg
- Sodium: 2631.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 54.6g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 9.8g
- Protein: 46.7g
Keywords:
Potato, Vegetable, Meat, Potluck, Weeknight, St. Patrick’s Day
Recipe Notes:
Indulge in the rich flavors of this slow-cooked Corned Beef in Beer, a dish that is perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a hearty meal. The tender meat, infused with the savory goodness of beer and molasses, paired with the softness of vegetables, creates a culinary experience that will have everyone asking for seconds. So, grab your Crock Pot and get ready to enjoy a meal that is sure to become a family favorite! 🍀
