Enjoy delicious deli-style corned beef without the additives when you make it yourself with Morton® Tender Quick® or Sugar Cure® mix, sugar, and spices.

Ingredients

• One beef brisket, 4-6 lbs
• 5 tablespoons Morton® Tender Quick® mix or Morton® Sugar Cure® (plain) mix
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Preparation

1. Trim surface of fat from brisket. In a small bowl, mix Morton® Tender Quick® mix or Morton® Sugar Cure® (plain) mix, remaining ingredients and spices.
2. Rub mixture into all sides of brisket. Place brisket in “food grade” plastic bag and tie end securely.
3. Refrigerate and allow to cure 5 days per inch of meat thickness.

Cooking

1. Place brisket in Dutch oven.
2. Add water to cover.
3. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Simmer until tender, about 3-4 hours.