Crock Pot Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Crock Pot Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hr

Ready In

8 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

477

Sugar

36g

Fat

21g

Crock Pot Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cozy evening at home with family and friends. This recipe uses a slow cooker to ensure the beef is incredibly tender and seasoned to perfection with the sweetness of apples and the tanginess of mustard. This Irish classic is also packed with healthier vegetables, making it a well-rounded and satisfying dish.

Instructions

1.	Remove the corned beef from the package and rinse it with cold water.
2.	Place the corned beef in a slow cooker.
3.	Mix the apple juice, brown sugar, and prepared mustard together in a medium bowl, then pour the mixture over the corned beef.
4.	Add the potatoes, carrots, onion, and cabbage to the crock pot.
5.	Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
6.	Once the corned beef is tender and cooked through, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a platter with the vegetables.

PROS

The slow cooker makes cooking this corned beef a breeze.

The apples add a subtle sweetness to the dish that complements the savory corned beef perfectly.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium due to the brining process used for corned beef.

It may not be suitable for individuals on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While corned beef may not be the healthiest protein option, it does contain essential vitamins and minerals such as iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
The apple juice in this recipe adds some Vitamin C, which helps to support the immune system.

	1 corned beef brisket
	1 quart apple juice
	1 cup brown sugar
	1 tablespoon prepared mustard
	8 small red potatoes
	2 medium carrots , pared , and cut into chunks
	1 onion , peeled , and cut into eighths
	1/2 head cabbage , cut into chunks