Pepper-Apricot Glazed Corned Beef

Ingredients

• 1 boneless corned beef brisket (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 pounds)

  Glaze Ingredients

• 1/4 cup apricot preserves
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse grind black pepper

Directions

1. Place corned beef brisket in Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring just to a simmer; do not boil. Cover tightly and simmer 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 hours or until fork-tender.
2. Combine glaze ingredients in 1-cup glass measure. Microwave on HIGH 2 to 3 minutes, stirring once.
3. Remove brisket from water; trim fat. Place on rack in broiler pan so surface of beef is 3 to 4 inches from heat. Brush top of brisket with glaze; broil 2 to 3 minutes or until glazed. Carve diagonally across the grain.

Recipe Yield: Makes 6 to 8 servings