
If you don't have the time or energy, then make this slow-cooker corned beef recipe for the easiest St. Patrick's Day main dish.
In a slow cooker, combine onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes. Place corned beef on top; generously season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle pickling spice over. Top meat with thyme and bay leaves. Fill slow cooker bowl with water until meat is covered.
Cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 4 to 4 1/2 hours, until meat is tender. Add cabbage and cook on High for 45 minutes to 1 hour more until cabbage is tender and cooked through.
Transfer meat to a cutting board and slice. Arrange meat and vegetables on a platter.