This slow cooker 4-ingredient corned beef hash and cabbage is the kind of hearty, no-fuss supper that saves a busy day. Using canned corned beef hash keeps the prep wonderfully simple, while cabbage and a couple of pantry staples turn it into a warm, filling meal with old-fashioned comfort. It has a homespun feel that reminds me of economical skillet suppers and cabbage dinners many Midwestern families have leaned on for years.
Serve this with thick slices of buttered rye or sourdough bread to soak up the savory juices, and if you want to round out the plate, a side of carrots, roasted potatoes, or even a simple spoonful of mustard fits right in. For a little brightness, a few dill pickles on the side are especially good with the rich corned beef flavor.
Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Corned Beef Hash and Cabbage
Servings: 4
Ingredients
2 cans (14 to 15 ounces each) corned beef hash
1 small head green cabbage, cut into thick wedges or large chunks
1 medium yellow onion, sliced
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Directions
1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with a bit of cooking spray or oil if desired for easier cleanup. Spread the sliced onion across the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Spoon the canned corned beef hash over the onions, spreading it out in an even layer as best you can.
3. Arrange the cabbage wedges or chunks on top of the hash, then pour the beef broth around the sides so everything stays moist as it cooks.
4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the cabbage is tender and the hash is heated through. Gently stir a little before serving if you want the flavors mixed, or leave it layered for a more rustic look.
5. Spoon into bowls and serve hot, making sure each portion gets some tender cabbage, savory onion, and corned beef hash with a little broth.
Variations & Tips
Add potatoes: If you want to stretch the meal a little further, add 2 to 3 cups of diced potatoes under the cabbage. They soak up the broth nicely and make the dish even heartier.
For picky eaters: Chop the cabbage into smaller pieces instead of wedges so it blends more easily into the hash. A gentle stir before serving helps everything look a little more familiar on the plate.
Season it up: Even with just four ingredients, you can add a little black pepper, garlic powder, or a spoonful of whole-grain mustard at the table for extra flavor without changing the easy spirit of the recipe.
Don’t overcook: Cabbage gets sweetest and most pleasant when it is tender but not falling apart. Start checking near the 4-hour mark if your slow cooker runs hot.
Make cleanup easier: A slow cooker liner or a light coating of oil inside the crock makes serving and washing up much simpler, especially since canned hash can stick a bit as it cooks.