INGREDIENTS
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One 3-pound corned beef brisket (uncooked), in brine
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16 cups cold water
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2 bay leaves
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2 teaspoons black peppercorns
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4 whole allspice berries
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2 whole cloves
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1/2 large head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cut into 8 thick wedges
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8 small new potatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds), halved
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Serving suggestion: Whole-grain mustard or horseradish sauce