Step 1

Place corned beef brisket, fat side up, into a slow cooker; sprinkle with pickling spice.

Step 2

Place whole cloves throughout the brisket. Add garlic, bay leaves and 2 cups water, or more water as needed to cover the brisket by at least 1 inch.

Step 3

Cover and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours. Add carrots and potatoes to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for an additional 2-3 hours, or until tender.

Step 4

Thinly slice the corned beef against the grain. Serve immediately with carrots and potatoes, garnished with parsley, if desired.