Irish Spiced Beef

Directions

1. 1
   Mix all the flavorings and spices together.
2. 2
   Place the beef in a large bowl and rub all over with the spice and flavoring mixture.
3. 3
   Cover and refrigerate.
4. 4
   Rub in the mixture once or twice a day for a week; turn the beef as you repeat the rubbing in process.
5. 5
   The spices and flavorings will now be mixed with the juices drawn from the beef.
6. 6
   Tie up the meat firmly and place in a large pot.
7. 7
   Rub in a last teaspoon of ground cloves.
8. 8
   Cover with cold water to which a bottle of Guinness has been added.
9. 9
   Simmer gently for 6 hours.
10. 10
    Allow to cool in the cooking liquid.
11. 11
    When cool, remove from the cooking liquid, place on a serving dish and cover with a weighted plate.
12. 12
    Refrigerate until serving time.
13. 13
    Serve cold, thinly sliced.