It’s my go-to shortcut to corned beef beef.

However, I married a Quinn named after theApostle of Ireland.

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Trader Joe’s storefront

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It’s an uncooked piece of brisket packaged in a brine solution that’s flavored with pickling spices.

It’s almost entirely hands-off and saves me from having to cure the brisket myself.

It’s a no-fail way to get the most tender meat.

Trader Joe’s Uncured Corned Beef Brisket

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If you want to cook it faster, opt instead for the Instant Pot or any pressure cooker.

Trader Joe’s recommends 20 minutes on high pressure for each pound of meat.

Plated dish of Baked Corned Beef and Cabbage

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