Description
This classic Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Potatoes recipe delivers tender, flavorful corned beef paired perfectly with baby carrots, onions, and potatoes. Cooked low and slow in a savory broth with apple cider vinegar, this hearty dish is ideal for an effortless, comforting meal with minimal prep and maximum taste.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3-4 lb corned beef brisket with seasoning packet
- 1 lb baby carrots
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the corned beef brisket in the bottom of the slow cooker, fat side up, to allow the fat to baste the meat as it cooks.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: Sprinkle the seasoning packet over the brisket, then add the baby carrots, quartered onions, and halved baby potatoes evenly around the meat.
- Pour Cooking Liquid: Pour in the beef broth and apple cider vinegar evenly over the ingredients to infuse flavor throughout the cooking process.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, allowing the corned beef to become tender and easy to shred with a fork.
- Rest and Slice Meat: Once cooked, carefully remove the corned beef from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain for the most tender bites.
- Serve: Arrange slices of corned beef with the cooked potatoes, carrots, and onions on a serving platter. Drizzle some of the flavorful cooking liquid over the top, add butter if desired, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- For best results, avoid removing the lid during cooking to maintain steady temperature and moisture.
- You can add cabbage wedges during the last 1-2 hours if desired for a traditional twist.
- If preferred, use regular potatoes chopped into chunks instead of baby potatoes.
- To reduce salt, rinse the corned beef brisket before cooking and omit or reduce added salt.
