It’s not just for stews and soups! The slow cooker is a great way to cook corned beef.
Place the corned beef in the slow cooker.
You’re ready to start cooking! Put your corned beef in the slow cooker, add water to cover (about 4 cups), and cook on high for 3 1/2 to 4 hours or until tender.
Add water to cover, about 4 cups.
- Add water to cover, about 4 cups.
- If you’re using a slow cooker liner, skip this step.
Cook on high for 3 1/2 to 4 hours or until tender.
The cooking time depends on the size of your corned beef, but it should be tender and cooked through. If you’re using a smaller piece of meat, it might take less time than 4 hours to cook it thoroughly. The biggest mistake people make when slow cooking corned beef is not checking for doneness!
Remove from slow cooker and slice to serve.
Slice the corned beef against the grain, diagonally, horizontally and vertically. You can also cut it into small pieces if you’d prefer a bite-sized sandwich.
You can make this recipe in the slow cooker
Corned beef is a type of beef brisket that has been cured in a seasoned salt mixture. Curing the meat makes it last longer and adds flavor, making corned beef an excellent choice for hearty winter meals. Corned beef and cabbage is one popular way to prepare this dish; it’s usually served with potatoes or carrots as well.
Slow cookers are perfect for making corned beef because they allow you to prep the ingredients ahead of time without having to worry about them getting cold while you’re away from home during work hours (or whatever else you do).
Conclusion
Slow cooking is a great way to make corned beef. You can use it for sandwiches, salads or on its own with some potatoes and veggies. This recipe is easy and delicious!
