Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage

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   Place the corned beef in a large slow cooker and scatter the pickling spices on top.

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   Layer the rutabaga, carrots, potatoes and leek in the cooker (in this order for even cooking).

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   Add enough hot water (4 to 5 cups) to cover the meat by at least 1 inch, put the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high, 7 to 8 hours.

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   Remove the meat and vegetables from the slow cooker and keep warm.

5. 5

   Put the cabbage in a microwave-safe dish with 2 cups cooking liquid from the slow cooker, cover and microwave until tender, 7 to 10 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, boil another cup of cooking liquid in a small skillet until reduced by half, about 10 minutes.

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   Mix with the horseradish and creme fraeche in a small bowl.

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   Slice the corned beef and serve with the slow-cooked vegetables, cabbage and sauce; reserve about a quarter each of the meat and vegetables and 1 1/2 cups cooking liquid for Corned Beef Hash.

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   Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.