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Mike O
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Mike O asked in Food & DrinkCooking & Recipes · 1 decade ago

Crock-pot corned-beef?

I have undercooked and overcooked corned-beef in a crock-pot. I've noticed tho, that there is a point during cooking where it rises from the bottom to float in the water. Could this be the point where you should remove it?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    I always cook it in a crock pot. It will rise at a point-but this means it is at the same temperature as the surrounding liquid. It's not really done. Personally, I find it better when it is cooked for a long time on low heat (never cook it in a crock pot on high).

    For a really good indicator, include a few potatoes with the meat. When the potatoes are done, the meat is done.

    Source(s): 28 years in Food Service (including a few stints in an Irish restaurant or 2 :-))
  • 1 decade ago

    corned beef is made using such a tough cut of beef that I cannot imagine overcooking it. The point of removal is when it is tender.

    I make slow oven roasted corned beef for the restaurant I work for and I roast it in the oven at 250 degrees for 12-14 hours. I do add enough water so that the meat is nearly covered and it comes out fantastic. Melt in your mouth tender and tasty.

    Keep in mind that each time you make it, the meat is from a different source and the age of the beef has a definite influence on how tender it will be and how fast it gets tender during the cooking process.

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