How to Make Corned Beef for Sandwiches in a Slow Cooker - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of hearty and satisfying sandwiches, then you'll love this recipe for slow-cooked corned beef. Perfect for a weekend lunch or a quick weeknight dinner, this savory and tender corned beef is ideal for piling high on a sandwich with your favorite toppings. The best part? This recipe is made in a slow cooker, so it's incredibly easy to prepare and requires minimal effort on your part.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 pound) corned beef brisket, seasoning packet discarded
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 4 whole cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 (15 ounce) can dark Irish stout beer (such as Guinness®)
  • 2 medium heads garlic, cloves separated
  • 4 bay leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Place brisket, fat-side down, into a slow cooker. Cover with hot water and cook on High for 1 hour. Drain and discard water from the slow cooker.
  • Add peppercorns, cloves, cayenne, and cinnamon to a tea ball or spice bag. Place in the slow cooker with beer, garlic cloves, and bay leaves. Add more water to just cover the brisket.
  • Cook on Medium for 5 hours. Remove brisket carefully; it will be very tender and may fall apart or break in half. Let meat rest before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    243 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg
    • Sodium: 925mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 171mg