Corned Beef? Nitrates?

[Tmama]

Stupid " safe to eat " question but have to ask...is there a ton of nitrates in corned beef? Should I just skip it?

Thanks!

[cparkly]

In many (most) brands, yes. You can find nitrate-free corned beef, even in standard grocery stores. We bought some that was just brisket, salt, sugar, and spices. I will look to see what brand and try to get back to you.

[Tmama]

Well, my dad is coming over and making it for us, so it's already bought.  I'm pretty sure he didn't get the nitrate free one, knowing him.

I'll just have a taste and gorge on cabbage and potatoes...:(

Thanks!

[Jayray]

If you add something with vitamin C, it can counteract some of the nitrates.  :)