How to Make Slow Cooked Corned Beef for Sandwiches - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably comforting about a slow-cooked, tender piece of corned beef nestled between two slices of bread. The rich, savory flavors of the beef paired with the tangy kick of mustard and the crunch of pickles create a sandwich that's both satisfying and utterly delicious.

For this recipe, we'll be using a slow cooker to achieve that perfectly tender texture that makes corned beef so irresistible. The slow cooking process allows the meat to become incredibly tender wh...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (3 pound) corned beef briskets with spice packets
  • 2 (12 fluid ounce) bottles beer
  • ¼ cup peppercorns
  • 1 bulb garlic cloves, separated and peeled
  • 2 large bay leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Place briskets into a large pot. Sprinkle one spice packet over top; discard remaining spice packet or save for another use. Pour in beer, then add enough water to cover briskets by 1 inch. Add peppercorns, garlic, and bay leaves, cover, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer, checking hourly and adding more water if necessary to keep briskets covered, until meat is tender and can be easily pulled apart with a fork, at least 4 hours or up to 5.
  • Carefully transfer briskets to a cutting board; let rest until they firm up a bit, about 10 minutes. Slice or shred meat, then place onto a platter for serving. Discard cooking liquid or save it for another use.
  • Nutrition

    487 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 123mg
    • Sodium: 2769mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 63mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 731mg