New England Boiled Dinner

• 4–5 pounds corned brisket of beef
• 1 pound salt pork
• 2

Wipe corned beef with a damp cloth; tie into shape and put into a large stock-pot or heavy-bottomed saucepan. Add enough cold water to cover and bring to the boil. Drain and rinse beef. Repeat this operation.

Cover brisket with boiling water; add salt pork, bay leaves and peppercorns; cover and simmer over low heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until meat is tender, adding chicken after first ho