Corned Beef & Cabbage

CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE 

• 3-4 pounds corned beef brisket 
• 1 medium head of cabbage, cut 
• 10-12 fingerling or red potatoes, cut 
• 4-5 carrots, peeled & chopped 
• 1 onion, coarsely chopped 
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons dijon mustard 
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper 
• 12 oz dark beer 

1. In a bowl whisk together vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, ground cloves, & pepper. 

 2. Place corned beef brisket in Crock Pot, pour in vinegar mixture & any additional spices of your choice. 

 3. Cut onion in half & coarsely chop. 

4. Place chopped onions in Crock Pot over corned beef.

5. Wash potatoes. 

6. Chop potatoes into halves or fourths. 

 7. Wash & peel carrots, roughly chop into 1-2 inch pieces. 

8. Top corned beef & onions with potatoes & carrots.

9. Wash cabbage, chop into wedges. 

 10. Peel apart cabbage pieces & lay flat over potatoes & carrots. Pour beer into the Crock Pot over cabbage. Cover & cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours. 

 Plate Finished Product 

STORY BEHIND THE DISH

Corned beef & cabbage is a traditional St. Patrick's Day meal that I enjoy making & eating each year. I love cooking the corned beef in the crock pot, it's easy & great for entertaining. 

MODIFICATIONS 

If you don't want to use beer you can use a beef or vegetable broth or even water. I think the beer gives it more flavor & obviously the alcohol does cook out. Turnips, celery, & pearl onions, are great additions to this dish. 

Dr. Pepper Flank Steak

DR. PEPPER FLANK STEAK

• 1-2 lb. flank steak 
• 1 1/2 cups(1 can) Dr.Pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, smashed
• 1 cinnamon stick  

GRILL SEASONING

• 1 tablespoons seasoning salt
• 1/2 tablespoon pepper
• 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder  
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar 
• 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin 
• 1/2 tablespoon ground thyme 

MARINADE FLANK STEAK 

1.Put flank steak in a gallon Ziploc freezer bag with Dr. Pepper, garlic cloves, & cinnamon place in the fridge for 4-24 hours or place in the freezer to cook another time. 

Mix grill seasoning together in a small Ziploc bag & set aside.

 2. When the steak is ready to cook, remove from Ziploc bag, place on a tray, dry steak off with a paper towel, & discard marinade and bag. Sprinkle grill seasoning generously on both sides of the steak. 

COOKING FLANK STEAK 

3. Cook flank steak on a grill, medium heat, about 4-5 minutes on each side or longer for well done.

4. When the steak is done cooking place on a plate & cover with foil for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to settle.

5. Slice flank steak against the grain and sprinkle some of the remaining seasoning on the steak when ready to serve. 

Sides

Garlic Mashed Potatoes 

Roasted Brussel Sprouts  

PLATE FINISHED PRODUCT 

DR. PEPPER FLANK STEAK, GARLIC MASHED 

POTATOES, & BRUSSEL SPROUTS 

STORY BEHIND THE DISH

Years ago my sister & I used to buy prepared dinners from a placed called Super Suppers in Fountain Valley. Since the location in our city closed, I have been trying to recreate one of our favorite meals, Dr. Pepper Flake Steak. I know what you are thinking...that sounds weird!? Believe me, whether you are a fan or not of Dr. Pepper, this flank steak recipe is worth a try!

MODIFICATIONS 

Any type of potatoes & veggies pair well with this flank steak.