Step 1

Pat the corned beef dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Set a large skillet on the stove top to medium-high heat. Add cooking oil to coat the bottom of the pan. When the oil is hot, brown the meat on all sides.

Step 3

Place the browned corned beef into the slow cooker.

Step 4

In a small bowl mix together the maple syrup, mustard, pepper, and garlic clove. Pour this sauce over the corned beef in the slow cooker.

Step 5

Cover and cook and LOW for 7 hours, without opening the lid during the cooking time.

Step 6

Serve with desired sides, I made mashed red potatoes, steamed carrots and cabbage.