There is something so comforting about putting a dish in the oven and letting it slowly become tender and flavorful while you take care of the rest of your day. This corned beef and cabbage recipe is one I lean on during busy weeks or low-energy days because it feels hearty and homey without demanding much hands-on time. The oven does most of the work, and the result is warm, cozy, and deeply satisfying.
I especially love making this on weekends or anytime I want a meal that fills the kitchen with a gentle, savory aroma.
Everything cooks together so the vegetables soak up that rich broth and the meat turns wonderfully tender. It’s simple to prepare, easy to serve, and just a really steady, reliable dinner.
Here’s how to make it…
Why You’ll Love It
• Straightforward steps and simple ingredients
• Comforting flavor that works for both everyday meals and gatherings
• Mostly hands-off, which is helpful on busy or low-energy days
• The vegetables cook right in the same pan for an easy clean-up
• Leftovers reheat or freeze well for make-ahead meals
Ingredients for Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe in Oven
About 3 to 4 pounds corned beef brisket, including the seasoning packet
2 to 3 tablespoons Dijon or wholegrain mustard
1 and 1 half to 2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 to 3 cups dark beer, beef broth, or water, just enough to reach halfway up the brisket
4 medium red potatoes, quartered
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into thirds
1 medium onion, cut into chunky pieces
1 small head of cabbage, cut into 6 to 8 wedges
How to Make This Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe in the Oven
- Warm the oven and prepare the brisket.
Heat the oven to 325°F. Rinse the brisket briefly under cool water to remove excess brine, then pat it fully dry.
Place it in a large Dutch oven or deep roasting pan with the fatty side facing up so it stays moist during cooking. - Season the brisket for a savory crust.
Spread a thin, even layer of mustard on top of the brisket.
Sprinkle the included spice packet over the mustard, then add a light layer of brown sugar.
As the meat roasts, the sugar melts into a gentle glaze and the mustard helps the seasonings hold in plac - Add the liquid and start the slow roast.
Pour beer, beef broth, or water into the pan until the liquid reaches about halfway up the sides of the brisket.
Cover tightly with foil or place the lid on the pot.
Cook for 2 hours without lifting the cover so the brisket begins to soften. - Add the vegetables and continue cooking.
After 2 hours, carefully uncover the pan.
Nestle the potatoes, carrots, onion, and cabbage around the brisket, letting them sit partly in the cooking liquid.
No need to parboil the potatoes because the remaining slow cook time is long enough to soften them gently.
Larger pieces stay firmer, smaller pieces soften more, so choose the size you prefer.
Re-cover the pan and return it to the oven for another 90 minutes to 2 hours, or until the brisket is very tender and reaches the upper 170s to low 180s internally. - Optional browning.
If you’d like a deeper color on top, move the brisket to a sheet pan and broil it for about 3 minutes, watching closely so it doesn’t overbrown. - Rest and slice.
Transfer the brisket to a cutting board and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Slice gently against the grain so each piece stays tender. - Serve warm.
Arrange the cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and onion on a platter. Add the sliced brisket and spoon a little of the cooking liquid over everything to keep it moist and flavorful.
Tips, FAQs, Variations For This Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe in Oven Recipe
Can I make this ahead?
Yes, it reheats nicely. Store it in its cooking liquid to keep it tender.
Does it freeze well?
The meat freezes beautifully. Vegetables can be frozen too, although they soften a bit more after thawing.
Can I change up the liquid?
Absolutely. Dark beer adds richness, broth gives a classic flavor, and water keeps it simple and neutral.
Any vegetable variations?
You can swap in parsnips, turnips, or baby potatoes if you like a mix of textures.
How long does it last?
Usually up to 3 to 4 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container.
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Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe in Oven
Description
This oven-baked corned beef and cabbage is warm, tender, and comforting, perfect for busy weeks when you want a cozy dinner that mostly cooks itself. The slow roasting melts the seasoning into the brisket, and the vegetables soak up all the savory flavor for an easy, homey meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
Warm the oven and set up the brisket.
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Heat your oven to 325°F, then rinse the brisket under cool water and pat it dry. Place it in a Dutch oven or deep roasting pan with the fatty side facing up so it stays tender while it cooks.
Coat the top for a flavorful crust.
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Spread the mustard over the surface of the brisket, then sprinkle the spice packet evenly on top. Add a light layer of brown sugar so it melts into a gentle glaze as it roasts.
Add the liquid and start the slow roast.
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Pour beer, broth, or water around the brisket until the liquid comes about halfway up the sides. Cover tightly with foil or a lid and bake for 2 hours so the meat begins to soften.
Add the vegetables and keep cooking.
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After the first 2 hours, uncover the pan and arrange the potatoes, carrots, onion, and cabbage around the brisket. Nestle them gently into the warm liquid. You don’t need to parboil the potatoes, they soften beautifully during this long, slow second stage. Cover again and bake for another 90 minutes to 2 hours, or until the brisket is very tender.
Optional browning.
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For a deeper color, move the brisket to a sheet pan and broil it for a few minutes. Watch closely so it doesn’t overbrown.
Rest and slice.
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Let the brisket rest on a cutting board for about 10 minutes. Slice it gently against the grain so each piece stays tender.
Serve with the warm vegetables.
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Add the cabbage, carrots, potatoes, and onion to a platter, then place the sliced brisket on top. Spoon a little of the cooking liquid over everything to keep it moist and flavorful.
Note
Make ahead:
This dish reheats well. Store the meat and vegetables in some of the cooking liquid to keep them tender.
Freezer friendly:
The brisket freezes nicely for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and warm gently in the oven.
Ingredient swaps:
You can use baby potatoes, add parsnips, or swap the beer for all broth if you prefer a milder flavor.
