If theres one region of the country that can lure southerners out of the south, its new england. Chalk it up to a shared appreciation for small towns with historic charm and a coastline with plenty of stories to tell. Mention new england, and we start having visions of maple trees in blazing fall color, crystalline lakes, snow-covered forests, and cozy inns with roaring fireplacesor cozy inns with no humidity in the summertime. We picture a lighthouse on a rugged bluff, guiding ships at sea, and cottages that have dotted the landscape for centuries. Cant make the trip north right now? Heres a dish guaranteed to take you there. Our slow cooker corned beef and cabbage, a. K. A. , new england boiled dinner, features a spicy brisket with cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. Its simple comfort food, which you can simplify even more if youd prefer basic corned beef and cabbagejust drop the other vegetables and enjoy.