TRADITIONAL IRISH CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE

Traditional Irish Corned Beef and Cabbage image

Traditional corned beef and cabbbage is the ultimate in comfort food and a boon for budget conscious families. Slowly simmered with spices, then served wih mustard and cabbage, this traditional Irish dish is perfect for those who want a tasty, comforting no-hassle meal.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories Meat

Time 3h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 lbs corned beef brisket
water, to cover meat
2 tablespoons pickling spices
3 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons peppercorns
1 head cabbage

Steps:

In a large stockpot, place corned beef with all the seasonings. Cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 2 hours. If not tender after 2 hours, keep checking at 15 minute intervals.
Remove corned beef, save broth for cabbage. Cut cabbage into wedges, place in a large pan, cover with broth from the beef and simmer until tender.
Keep cabbage warm in broth until needed.
Served corned beef with mustard and cabbage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1035.4, Fat 66.4, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 333.2, Sodium 9150.8, Carbohydrate 46.7, Fiber 18.5, Sugar 8.4, Protein 70.5