Corned Beef & Cabbage

One of my personal favorites, corned beef & cabbage. Hey don't forget the mashed potatos. And it doesn't have to be St. Patricks day to eat this!

You need:

1. 4-5 lb. corned beef brisket
2. 2 whole cloves
3. 10 whole black peppercorns
4. 2 bay leaves

Directions:

1. Wipe corned beef with damp paper towels.
2. Place in large kettle; cover with cold water.
3. Add cloves, black peppercorns and bay leaves.
4. Bring to boiling; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
5. Skim surface; then simmer, covered 3-4 hours or until meat is fork tender.

Some places advise you to cook the cabbage in the corned beef, i would rather taste the cabbage the way God intended so I use a seperate pot.

Other things to keep in mind, the longer you boil the corned beef, the more tender it is / the more better it is!