Corned Beef And Cabbage

1. 1

   Put the meat into a large saucepan with all ingredients except cabbage.

2. 2

   Cover with cold water and bring to the boil; then skim off any scum.

3. 3

   Cover and simmer very gently for 3/4 hour, then put in cabbage, trimmed and cut into quarters.

4. 4

   Leave a little of the stump on, as this adds flavor.

5. 5

   Cook meat for 30 minutes per pound and serve on dish, surrounded with cabbage.

6. 6

   (The dry mustard powder always makes the beef tender and moist).

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