Here’s the only rule: low and slow. Simmer it on the stovetop for three hours per pound. Or throw it in a slow cooker and forget about it for eight hours. The result? Fork-tender, salty, spiced perfection.
Add carrots, potatoes, and cabbage in the last hour. Don’t put the cabbage in too early or it becomes a mushy, sulfur-smelling mess. Nobody wants a sad, stinky kitchen. Trust me.
Corned Beef Brisket
When it’s done, let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice against the grain or it’ll be stringy. This is the cardinal rule of brisket. Break it, and you’ve wasted your beautiful, beefy investment.
What to Do with Leftovers
Leftover corned beef is a gift from the food gods. Make a Reuben sandwich with rye bread, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing. It’s a legendary combination that will make you weep.
Or chop it up for corned beef hash. Fry it with diced potatoes and an egg on top. It’s the ultimate breakfast for dinner. Your taste buds will throw a party, and your stomach is the VIP guest.
You can even freeze it for later. Slice it thin, wrap it tight, and stash it. You’ll thank yourself on a lazy Tuesday when you need a quick, salty hero.