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Tender Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe with Easy Mustard Glaze

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe for tender corned beef and cabbage topped with a tangy mustard glaze, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds corned beef brisket (with seasoning packet if included)
  • 1 medium head green cabbage, quartered (or Savoy cabbage)
  • 3–4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 medium yellow onions, peeled and quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 4 cups water (or enough to just cover the meat)
  • For the Mustard Glaze:
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Place the quartered onions, carrots, garlic cloves, bay leaves, and peppercorns into the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Position the brisket fat-side up on top of the vegetables. Pour in about 4 cups (1 liter) of water or enough to just cover the meat. Seal the slow cooker lid.
  4. Set the slow cooker to low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
  5. About 1 hour before the corned beef finishes, nestle the quartered cabbage wedges around the brisket in the slow cooker. Replace the lid and continue cooking until the cabbage is tender but not mushy.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and melted butter until smooth to prepare the mustard glaze.
  7. Optional: Transfer the cooked brisket to a baking sheet lined with foil. Brush the mustard glaze all over the top. Broil on high for 3-5 minutes until bubbly and slightly caramelized.
  8. Let the brisket rest for 10 minutes after broiling, then slice against the grain into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Serve alongside the tender cabbage and roasted carrots. Drizzle any remaining mustard glaze over the top.

Notes

Rinse the brisket to reduce saltiness. Cook fat-side up to keep meat moist. Add cabbage late to keep it vibrant and slightly crisp. The mustard glaze can be prepared ahead and refrigerated. Broiling the glaze is optional but adds a caramelized finish. Save cooking liquid for broth or reheating leftovers.

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Keywords: corned beef, slow cooker, cabbage, mustard glaze, comfort food, easy dinner, St. Patrick's Day, brisket

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