Corned Beef in Beer (Crockpot)



3 -4 lbs corned beef brisket
6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 medium onions, peeled and quartered
1 cup thinly sliced carrot
1 bay leaf (or two small ones)
1 cup beer
1 small cabbage, cut in wedges (optional)

1. Place potatoes, onions, carrots, and bay leaf in crock pot. Trim excess fat from brisket; put meat on top of veggies. If desired, place cabbage wedges on top of meat.Pour beer over all. Cover and cook on LOW heat setting 9-11 hours.
2. Slice brisket thinly across grain (let it cool 5- 10 minutes for easier slicing). Serve with vegetables.

Yield: 6 servings

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