Corned Beef Braised with Maple

4 lb. corned beef, desalted
1 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup bourbon (optional)

Roast corned beef brisket uncovered for 1/2 hour at 325 degrees (F). Reduce heat to 275, cover and bake for 2 hours. Uncover, discard all liquid but 1/2 cup, and add the maple/bourbon. Bake for an additional hour at 275, basting often. Serve the corned beef with the maple on the side as a sauce.

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