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Guinness-Braised Corned Beef with Cabbage and Vegetables (Slow Cooker)

Guinness-Braised Corned Beef with Cabbage and Vegetables (Slow Cooker) delivers tender, sliceable brisket infused with malty stout and a touch of caramel sweetness from brown sugar. The broth seeps into cabbage, carrots, and mixed potatoes, balancing earthy and slightly sweet notes. Serve this comforting one-pot dinner for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy weekend gathering.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook6 hrs
  • Serves16
  • DifficultyEasy
Guinness-Braised Corned Beef with Cabbage and Vegetables (Slow Cooker)
  1. 1

    Pour 1 bottle of Irish stout beer into a slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Rinse the corned beef brisket and pat it dry. Rub it with brown sugar, including the underside, then gently place the brisket into the slow cooker with the stout beer.

  3. 3

    Arrange the sweet potatoes, cabbage, onion, carrots, and red potatoes on and around the brisket in the slow cooker.

  4. 4

    Pour the remaining 1/2 bottle of Irish stout beer over and around the brisket and vegetables to moisten the brown sugar.

  5. 5

    Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low until the corned beef is tender, 6 to 8 hours. Let the brisket rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  6. 6

    Serve hot and enjoy!