TRADITIONAL BOILED DINNER

Traditional Boiled Dinner image

Corned beef is a real treat in our family and we love the savory flavor the vegetables pick up from simmering in the pickling spices. -Joy Strasser, Mukwonago, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (3 pounds)
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
3 medium carrots, quartered
1 medium onion, cut into 6 wedges
1 small head green cabbage, cut into 6 wedges
Prepared horseradish or mustard, optional

Steps:

Place the brisket and contents of spice packet in a Dutch oven. Add the peppercorns, bay leaves and enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours or until meat is almost tender. , Add potatoes, carrots and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add cabbage, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Discard bay leaves and peppercorns. Thinly slice meat; serve with vegetables and horseradish or mustard if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558 calories, Fat 34g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 2797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein.