Irish Boiled Dinner (Corned Beef)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 lbs corned beef brisket
• 6 carrots (peeled and quartered)
• 6 potatoes (peeled and quartered)
• 3 parsnips (peeled and quartered)
• 3 turnips (peeled and quartered)
• 1 large onion (quartered)
• 1 cup Guinness or dark beer
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

3-4 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, combine the corned beef, vegetables, Guinness, chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, and peppercorns.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
3. Remove the meat and vegetables from the pot and place on a serving platter.
4. Strain the cooking liquid into a gravy separator and discard the solids.
5. Skim off any excess fat from the gravy and serve over the meat and vegetables.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450 per serving
• Fat: 20g (10g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful corned beef
• Vibrant vegetables
• Rich and savory gravy
• Classic Irish comfort food

User Comments:

• "This is the best corned beef I've ever had. The meat was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly."
• "The gravy was amazing! I could have eaten it by itself."
• "This dish is a perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Corned beef is a cured meat, so it is important to soak it in cold water for at least 12 hours before cooking to remove excess salt.
• If you can't find Guinness, you can substitute another dark beer.
• You can adjust the cooking time depending on the size of your corned beef brisket.
• Serve the boiled dinner with your favorite sides, such as soda bread, mashed potatoes, or cabbage.