Corned Beef with Mustard Glaze

Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Corned Beef with Mustard Glaze—a show-stopping combination of tender, slow-simmered beef and a luscious, caramelized glaze. This recipe starts with a classic corned beef brisket, simmered gently for hours with aromatic spices to achieve melt-in-your-mouth perfection. The real magic happens in the oven, where the brisket is brushed with a rich glaze made from brown sugar, Dijon mustard, grainy mustard, and honey, then baked until beautifully golden with a sticky-sweet finish. Whole cloves infuse a warm, spiced aroma that permeates every bite. Perfect for special occasions or as the centerpiece of a comforting family meal, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, creamy potatoes, or even a fresh cabbage slaw. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this corned beef will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds corned beef brisket with spice packet
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons grainy mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 6 pieces whole cloves

Directions

Step 1

Place the corned beef brisket in a large pot or Dutch oven and add the spice packet that comes with the brisket.

Step 2

Pour in 4 cups of water, making sure the brisket is mostly submerged. Add more water if necessary.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the brisket simmer gently for about 2.5 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, grainy mustard, and honey to create the glaze.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked brisket from the pot to the prepared baking sheet and discard the cooking liquid or reserve it for another use.

Step 7

Stud the brisket with whole cloves, evenly spaced across the top. This adds aroma and flavor.

Step 8

Coat the top and sides of the brisket generously with the mustard glaze, spreading it evenly with a spoon or basting brush.

Step 9

Place the glazed brisket in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and beginning to caramelize.

Step 10

Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice against the grain and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2583.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4150.6

Total Fat 266.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 960.5mg	0%
Sodium 14725.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 175.7g
Protein 241.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 355.8mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 2975.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.9%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 18.8%