
Place potatoes, onions, carrots, and bay leaf in crock pot.
Trim excess fat from brisket; put meat on top of veges.
Mix molasses with beer and pour over all.
Cover and cook on LOW heat setting 9-11 hours. If desired, place cabbage wedges on top of meat. to steam for last hour.
Slice brisket thinly across grain (let it cool 5- 10 minutes for easier slicing).
Serve with vegetables.