Kiss Me I'm Irish Corned Beef

FIVE HOUR COOK TIME! This corned beef almost prepares itself, and the flavor is dinner-party worthy, but comfort food good. BTW - The veges didn't work for my family's taste, but our guests loved them! (Dan Smith/Steve McDonagh)

• Ready In: 5 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 3  lbs corned beef brisket
• 4  garlic cloves, smashed
• 2  large shallots, peeled and halved
• 2  tablespoons  pickling spices
• 2  teaspoons caraway seeds
• 24  ounces  Harp lager beer (anything not light)
• 1⁄2 cup  Irish whiskey (Jameson or Bushmill)
• 6  carrots, peeled, cut into 2-inch
• 6  red potatoes, in 2-inch cubes
• 4  sprigs fresh dill

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 250.
2. Place corned beef in large roasting pan (w/lid).
3. Add garlic, shallots, spices, beer and whiskey.
4. Cover and place in the oven.
5. Braise 3 hours, turning the meat once.
6. After 3 hours, add carrots, potatoes and dill.
7. Cover again and braise additional 2 hours.
8. Allow to stand 5-10 minutes.
9. Serve immediately.