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Guinness Stout Crockpot Corned Beef

This crockpot method uses Guinness stout instead of plain water for extra flavor and takes the guesswork out of timing. The low, slow cook breaks down the tough fibers without any babysitting.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Resting Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 40 minutes

Ingredients

Ingredients (~6 servings)

  • 3-4 lb flat cut corned beef brisket with spice packet
  • 2 tsp whole black peppercorns
  • 1 large yellow onion sliced
  • 1 can Guinness Draught stout 14.9 oz
  • Cold water as needed

Instructions

  • Place corned beef fat side up in crockpot.
  • Sprinkle spice packet and peppercorns over meat.
  • Layer sliced onions on top.
  • Pour Guinness slowly into crockpot.
  • Add cold water to just cover brisket.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours until fork tender.
  • Check liquid level at 6 hours and add water if needed.
  • Remove brisket when fork slides in easily and wrap tightly in foil.
  • Rest for 30 minutes.
  • Unwrap and scrape off peppercorns and onions.
  • Remove and discard fat cap.
  • Slice against the grain into thin slices.
  • Spoon cooking liquid over sliced meat before serving.
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