Corned Beef and Mixed Vegetables
Servings: 8

1 corned beef brisket with spice packet (3 to 4 pounds), trimmed
6 to 8 small red potatoes
3 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 celery ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chopped celery leaves
2 turnips, peeled and cut into wedges
1 medium head cabbage, cut into 6 to 8 wedges
1/2 pound fresh green beans
3 to 4 ears fresh corn, halved

Place corned beef and enclosed seasoning packet in an 8-qt. Dutch oven. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours or until meat is tender. Add potatoes, carrots, celery, celery leaves and turnips; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add cabbage, beans and corn; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.