What Temperature Do You Cook Corned Beef In The Oven?

Corned beef isnt exactly a tradition that has a lot of variation: It usually turns out tasting the same year after year. Of course, we love that same-old flavor, so we dont usually complain! Weve still managed to have fun with it over the years, making corned beef brisket from scratch to reduce the salt content and smoking corned beef to give it a pastrami-like flavor. So why not try making a baked corned beef instead of a boiled one? Cooking the corned beef in a tightly sealed roasting pan with water ensures the moisture gets trapped inside the brisket, resulting in one of the best corned beefs weve ever tried.

Making Baked Corned Beef

How Do You Cook Corned Beef in the Oven?

Note: All times are accurate for a 350°F oven. The best way to know for sure when your corned beef is finished is to use an

Corned Beef Weight
Cooking Time
1 lbs 1 hr
2 lbs 2 hrs
3 lbs 3 hrs
3.5 lbs 3 hrs 30 mins
4 lbs 4 hrs
4.5 lbs 4 hrs 30 mins
5 lbs 5 hrs

Should You Boil or Bake Corned Beef?Really, it’s up to you. Both methods create a juicy, tender corned beef when done properly. Traditional recipes, like our

FAQ

What temperature do you bake corned beef at?

We like baking corned beef in a 350° oven. You can go as low as 275° (the temperature we recommend for smoked corned beef), but it will take an extra hour or two to finish.

How long does a 3 lb corned beef take to cook?

For a two to three-pound corned beef brisket, cook for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. For a three to five-pound corned beef brisket, cook for 3 to 3 1/2 hours. STOVE: Place brisket fat-side up in a large pot and cover it with water. Bring the water to a boil; then reduce the heat and simmer, allowing about 1 hour per pound.

How long does it take to cook a 4 lb corned beef in the oven?

Bake for 1 hour per pound of corned beef. Once the beef has cooked, remove it from the oven and open the foil. Optional: Broil the corned beef for 5 minutes, or until the top begins to crisp.

How long to cook corned beef in oven at 300?

Heat your oven to 300 degrees F. Rinse the corned beef and place in a shallow baking dish. Add enough water to cover the bottom of the pan with about 1/2 inch of water. Cover the pan with foil and place in the oven to bake for about 4 hours.

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