Corned beef and cabbage is a traditional Irish dinner recipe typically reserved for St. Patrick's Day, but if you grew up with a version that literally tasted like boiled socks, you may have sworn off ...

Slow cookers are perfect for bringing out the best in beef. With little effort, you can turn affordable cuts into tender, ...

Prep the corned beef and vegetables: Place the corned beef in a large slow cooker and scatter the pickling spices on top. Layer the rutabaga, carrots, potatoes and leek in the cooker (in this order ...

In the pursuit of an easy dinner, there have been some weeks when I have the fast meal routine mastered and other weeks when it doesn't quite come together as I had hoped. As much as I love pizza, ...

Family meals around the table have a way of bringing everyone together, and a slow cooker can make that easier than ever. With minimal prep, you can have comforting beef dishes that cook low and slow ...

This St. Patrick’s Day, let your slow cooker be your pot of gold with this low-and-slow take on traditional Irish corned beef and cabbage. There's no luck needed for making this long-simmered version ...

Cabbage is the unsung kitchen hero. Some people wait until St. Patrick’s Day rolls around to make it, but cabbage is delicious any time of the year! And it’s one of the most versatile vegetables in ...

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