St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef Dinners

St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef Dinners

In America, St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated with a corned beef dinner. No matter if you prepare it in a slow cooker or Dutch oven, there are two tips for tender and juicy corned beef. Brisket is tough, so the first key is to cook it low and slow to break down the connective tissue. Second, always slice the meat against the grain when serving to prevent a chewy texture. Soften the Irish butter, bake a loaf of soda bread, and prepare a fantastic St. Patrick’s Day dinner with one of these corned beef meals. If any corned beef is left over, we’re also including recipes like Reuben dip, corned beef hash, and mac and cheese that will help you reinvent them.

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“This is a very delicious and yummy way to make company-worthy corned beef. It comes out so moist and tender. I used my large Dutch oven and prepared a big one-pot meal. While the meat and vegetables were roasting, I had plenty of time to relax and enjoy sitting on the patio while our dinner almost cooked itself!” – Bonnie
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“Many of my friends have only eaten boiled or canned corned beef before they met me. One friend, in particular, asked what I was cooking. I told her, corned beef and cabbage. I asked if she wanted to taste and she said she never liked it. I asked how it was fixed. Finally figured it out as canned. She took a small bite before she left. She had 2 large slices and was licking her lips all the way home.” – Naomi
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“Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The best corned beef dinner ever. It’s a big hit with my 16-year-old and 6-year-old boys.” – Monica
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“Even though I am a vegetarian, a few times a year I take a break. St. Patrick’s Day is one such day when I make this recipe. It is so easy because you just put everything into the Crock Pot except the cabbage and let it cook all day. Serve it with Irish soda bread, which is fresh-baked at the local grocery store, and add cream cheese for a spread. Very healthy!” – Suzan
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“As a young married cook, I was under the belief that I should be just like my grandmother. Apron on, dinner ready, table set when my new husband arrived home from work with a smile and a kiss for the beautiful wife he appreciates so much. Of course, reality set in pretty quickly, but along the way, I created this recipe. It is definitely one of the favorites in my house now… for the second husband and three kids.” – Jennifer
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“I love this time of year. I know it’s time for corned beef and cabbage! Yummo… and a good way is to put it all on in the morning, and it’s ready for that St. Paddy’s day dinner or party. Man, oh man, I love my Crock Pot.” – Sandy
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“I’ve tried many different ways to cook corned beef and this is the ultimate result I’ve been trying to achieve. There is just enough spice and the broth is delicious over the meat and with the vegetables. The roast will easily cut into slices. We saved some for Reuben sandwiches the next day.” – Diana
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“I had a hankering for some corned beef abd cabbage for supper, so I cooked it all day in the crock.” – Nancy
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“With St. Paddy’s Day around the corner and corned beef going on sale, I wanted to share this full-flavored family favorite. Made with sweet and spicy seasoned corned beef this sandwich is sure to please. This is great served with calico corn, a warm cobbler, and a nice stout beer.” – Susan
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“My favorite sandwich is a nice Reuben sandwich. Why not combine this into a dip? Enjoy with Triscuit rye cracker or party rye toasted. If you love Reuben sandwiches, you’ll love this too.” – Goldie
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“I use the leftover corned beef after St. Paddy’s Day to make this yummy dish. Very simple and your family will love it!” – Christine
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“I usually make corned beef hash with canned corned beef. This time, I thought I would try out making it with an actual roast and not the canned stuff. It turned out wonderful!” – Tammy
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“Crispy french fries topped with melting cheese curds, corned beef, and a tasty Guinness gravy!” – Kevin