Corned Beef with shallots

3 -5 lbs corned beef brisket , flat or round (I prefer the round.) 8 whole black peppercorns 2 bay leaves 1 large onion 4 whole cloves 3 cloves garlic 1[...]

4 -6 lbs corned beef brisket 2 tablespoons pickling spices 1 onion , sliced 1 stalk celery & leaves , sliced 1 carrot , sliced 1/4 cup water 1 Line shallow[...]

4 lbs corned beef brisket water (To Cover) 1 tablespoon mixed whole pickling spices, tied in cheesecloth 1 cup apple jelly 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons[...]

5 pounds beef roast boneless, (about 10x5x2 inches), thin covering of fat on one side 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup salt 2 quarts water * 2 each garlic clove[...]