Mcguire'S Irish Wake Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 pounds of corned beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat
• 8 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 large head of cabbage, cut into wedges
• 2 large onions, peeled and quartered
• 4 cups of beef broth (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
• 2 cups of Guinness stout, for that signature rich flavor
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons pickling spice
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 cup of pearl barley, rinsed (to add texture and heartiness)
• 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into chunks (for a subtle sweet earthiness)
• 1 turnip, peeled and diced (traditional root vegetable option)
• Horseradish sauce (to serve on the side for a spicy kick)