Corned Beef Recipes and Side Dishes for St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is not complete without a traditional corned beef dinner. Whether you are cooking for family, hosting friends, or just want a cozy meal at home, it is the centerpiece that brings it all together. At Gartner’s Meat Market, we have the quality cuts you need to make your St. Patrick’s Day meal delicious!

corned beef on a white plate with horseradish, diced potatoes, carrots, seasonings and some sprigs of rosemary

Classic Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe

If you are going traditional, this is the go-to meal.

A slow simmered corned beef brisket with cabbage, carrots, and potatoes is simple, hearty, and full of flavor.

Recipe: Classic Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe

Tip: Simmer low and slow for the most tender results. Let it rest before slicing against the grain.


Slow Cooker Corned Beef

Want something hands off? The slow cooker is your best friend.

Place your corned beef brisket in the slow cooker with onions, garlic, potatoes, and carrots. Let it cook all day and add cabbage during the last hour.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage


Oven Baked Corned Beef

Baking corned beef creates incredible texture and lots of flavor.

You can’t go wrong with a simple, delicious, one-pot meal.

Recipe: Baked Corned Beef Recipe

This method is great if you want a slightly crisp exterior with tender slices inside.


The Best Side Dishes for Corned Beef

Side dishes that are perfect for your St.Patrick’s Day feast.

Irish Colcannon

Creamy mashed potatoes mixed with cabbage or kale and butter. Comfort food at its best.

Recipe: Irish Colcannon Recipe


Roasted Carrots with Honey and Thyme

A little sweetness balances the saltiness of corned beef beautifully.

Recipe: Honey Roasted Carrots Recipe


Irish Soda Bread

No yeast, no difficult recipe. Just a simple bread that pairs perfectly with corned beef and butter.

Recipe: Traditional Irish Soda Bread Recipe


Braised Cabbage

Tender, buttery cabbage is a go-to addition to any corned beef recipe.

Recipe: Braised Cabbage Recipe


Tips for the Best Corned Beef

• Always slice against the grain for tenderness
• Do not rush the cooking process, low and slow is key
• Let the meat rest before slicing
• Save leftovers for corned beef hash or sandwiches the next day


Stop by Gartner’s for Your St. Patrick’s Day Necessities

At Gartner’s Meat Market in Portland, we take pride in offering high quality cuts of meat. Whether you are cooking for two or feeding a crowd, we can help you choose the right cut and answer all of your cooking questions.

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