Slow Cooked Corned Beef for Sandwiches

Ingredients

• 2 corneds beef briskets with spice packets , 3 pound
• 2 bottles beer , 12 fluid ounce
• 0.25 cups peppercorns
• 1 bulb garlic cloves , separated and peeled
• 2 large bay leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   Place briskets into a large pot. Sprinkle one spice packet over top; discard remaining spice packet or save for another use. Pour in beer, then add enough water to cover briskets by 1 inch. Add peppercorns, garlic, and bay leaves, cover, and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer, checking hourly and adding more water if necessary to keep briskets covered, until meat is tender and can be easily pulled apart with a fork, at least 4 hours or up to 5.

3. 3

   Carefully transfer briskets to a cutting board; let rest until they firm up a bit, about 10 minutes. Slice or shred meat, then place onto a platter for serving. Discard cooking liquid or save it for another use.