*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                   Microwave New England Boiled Dinner

Recipe By     : Jo Anne Merrill
Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :2:00
Categories    : Microwave

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3 1/2  pounds        corned beef brisket
   1                    Bermuda onion -- thinly sliced
   2                    garlic cloves -- minced
   2                    bay leaves
                        black pepper -- to taste
   3                    potatoes -- sliced
   4                    carrots -- sliced
   1                    cabbage head
                        Hungarian paprika -- optional

     1. Place the brisket in a 3-quart casserole dish; add 3 cups water. 
Lay slices of onion over top; add garlic, bay leaves and black pepper. 
Cover and microwave on high power for 10 minutes.
     2. Turn brisket over and cover again. Microwave on low for 70-80 
minutes, turning meat every 25 minutes.
     3. Add sliced potatoes and carrots to broth. Cut cabbage into 6 
wedges and arrange in a circular design on top of meat. Add a dusting of 
Hungarian paprika to potatoes and cabbage if you prefer.
     4. Cover and cook at high temperature for 25-30 minutes, rearranging 
vegetables after 15 minutes. Vegetables should be tender when done. 
Discard bay leaves and let stand a few minutes before serving.




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Serving Ideas : Crusty bread and fresh fruit complete this meal.