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Tender Slow Cooker Corned Beef with Guinness Glaze

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A comforting slow cooker recipe featuring tender corned beef brisket glazed with a rich, sweet Guinness-based sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners with minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds corned beef brisket (well-trimmed with spice packet included)
  • 12 ounces Guinness stout beer (one bottle)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Slice the onion and carrots, mince the garlic.
  3. Place sliced onions and carrots at the bottom of the slow cooker. Scatter minced garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns over the veggies.
  4. Lay the brisket fat-side up on top of the vegetables.
  5. Pour in the Guinness stout and beef broth around the meat.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  7. While the meat cooks, mix brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and honey in a small bowl to make the glaze.
  8. Carefully transfer the cooked corned beef to a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush the glaze generously over the top.
  9. Broil under high heat for 5-7 minutes until the glaze bubbles and caramelizes into a shiny crust. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  10. Let the corned beef rest for 10 minutes after broiling.
  11. Slice thinly against the grain and serve with cooked carrots and onions or preferred sides.

Notes

Rinsing the brisket reduces excess saltiness. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain heat. For a thicker glaze, simmer glaze ingredients briefly before applying. Rest meat after broiling to retain juices. Broil glaze carefully to prevent burning. Leftovers taste better the next day. Can substitute vegetable broth and non-alcoholic stout for vegetarian or gluten-free adaptations.

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Keywords: corned beef, slow cooker, Guinness glaze, Irish recipe, comfort food, brisket, easy dinner

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