Mrs. malsbury's corned beef

1 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
5 pounds Brisket
1 ounce Whole Black Pepper
1 ounce Whole allspice
6 eaches Buttons of garlic
3 eaches Bay leaves
½ teaspoon Salt Peter (Optional, it makes the red color)

Directions

Use enough Kosher or Pickling salt mixed with water to float an egg.

Use only plastic or enamel coated containers. Metal does something.

Let meat stand in brine 24 hours. Throw this brine away and add fresh water, salt (to float an egg) and spices. Let stand 2 weeks in refrigerator turning over daily. Shared By: Pat Stockett Submitted By PAT STOCKETT On 02-24-95

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