1 - 1 Place corned beef in large pot or Dutch oven and cover with water.

2 - Add the spice packet that came with the corned beef.

3 - Cover pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

4 - Simmer approximately 50 minutes per pound or until tender.

5 - 2 Add whole potatoes and peeled and cut carrots, and cook until the vegetables are almost tender.