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Slow-Cooker Corned Beef for Deli-Style Sandwiches

Slow-Cooker Corned Beef for Deli-Style Sandwiches delivers deeply seasoned, peppery slices infused with stout and garlic for a rich, robust bite. The gentle braise yields tender meat perfect for piling onto rye or turning into a hearty hash. Serve it for a casual weekend lunch, game-day spread, or make-ahead dinner that tastes even better the next day.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook6 hrs
  • Serves10
  • DifficultyEasy
Slow-Cooker Corned Beef for Deli-Style Sandwiches
  1. 1

    Set the brisket, fat-side down, in a slow cooker. Cover it with hot water and cook on High for 1 hour. Drain and discard the water from the slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Put the peppercorns, cloves, cayenne, and cinnamon into a tea ball or spice bag. Place it in the slow cooker with the beer, garlic cloves, and bay leaves. Add more water until the brisket is just covered.

  3. 3

    Cook on Medium for 5 hours. Carefully remove the brisket; it will be very tender and may fall apart or split in two. Let the meat rest before slicing.