Glazed Corned Beef

I serve this delicious entree each St. Patrick's Day, even though my family is Dutch, not Irish. The tender meat is topped with a simple, tangy glaze that is so tasty. Leftovers make excellent Reuben sandwiches.

Glazed Corned Beef

Average Rating: 4.848484

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 3 hours Bake: 25 min. + standing
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (3 to 4 pounds), trimmed
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 celery rib, sliced
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2/3 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
  • 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish

Instructions

  • 1. Place corned beef and contents of seasoning packet in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Add onion and celery; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-1/2 hours or until meat is tender.
  • 2. Drain and discard liquid and vegetables. Place beef on a greased rack in a shallow roasting pan; set aside.
  • 3. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Brush over beef.
  • 4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

3 ounces cooked beef: 484 calories, 29g fat (11g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 1708mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.