Best corned beef I've made yet! I improvised a little with what I already had on hand: used dried minced garlic, no vinegar, and used a corned beef round instead of brisket since it's leaner. I too put the beef in the bottom of the crockpot first and mixed the water with dry stuff before pouring it over; added a little more water to cover. Waited a few hours before adding the veggies, last added the cabbage. Everyone loved it and it was gone in minutes!!! I was told I should make it more often than just on St. Patrick's Day.

Reviewed On: Mar. 21, 2008

Good sauce! Pretty easy to make. We doubled the garlic and added some crushed red pepper, (we couldn't find the sweet pepper flakes). I might go a hair lighter on the parsley next time, but it's a good, hearty sauce so we'll definitely make it again!

Reviewed On: Feb. 14, 2008