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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with traditional Irish dishes

FAMILY FEATURES — If St. Patrick’s Day inspires feelings of hearth and home rather than leprechauns and green beer, you can celebrate tradition with warm, filling meals that harken back to Irish heritage. Soups and stews are certain to conjure up some nostalgia while soft, delicious cake ...

Try a new meat and potatoes dish this St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day presents the perfect opportunity to try authentic Irish cuisine as well as foods and beverages that have become associated strictly with the holiday (like green beer). It’s likely someone you know will be cooking corned beef and cabbage this St. Patrick’s Day. But what if you’re among those who just doesn’t fancy the salted and pickled flavoring of this familiar favorite? “Zesty Braised Beef with New Potatoes” isn’t exactly corned beef, but it can be a worthy alternative. It’s warm, filling and flavorful, and can be just the thing to eat on a chilly ...

A Shepherd’s Pie twist on baked potatoes

If you’re looking for a new dish to try for a St. Patrick’s Day gathering, try this Shepherd’s Pie twist on baked potatoes. It will be a hit with your friends and family. Shepherd’s Pie Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe courtesy of Carla Cardello, food blogger, Chocolate ...

Corned Beef potato salad is an excellent side dish to your main meal

Wanting an Irish-inspired side dish for your dinner? Try this corned beef red potato salad that is packed with flavor from fresh cabbage and Shanagarry dressing. Corned Beef Red Potato Salad Recipe courtesy of Coryanne Ettiene, food blogger, Kitchen Living with Coryanne Ingredients: 1 pound cooked corned beef, diced 1 – 1 ½ pound of red Idaho Potatoes, diced 2 tablespoons unsalted butter White cabbage, sliced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Shanagarry Dressing Ingredients: 2 eggs, soft boiled 1 tablespoon dark soft brown sugar pinch of salt 1 ...

Crispy fried pasta pairs a savory crunch with chickpeas

Italians know well that the texture of pasta matters greatly. Hence, the emphasis on cooking it until just barely al dente, or until tender, but with a pleasant chew. But that’s not where the lesson stops. In Lecce, an ancient city in southern Italy, we learned the delicious joy of mixing ...

Cheesy potato croquettes are the perfect appetizer, late-night bite

Fried cheesy potato croquettes are full of flavor and crunch. These bites of goodness would make a great appetizer or late-night bite on a busy weekend. Mozzarella and Potato Croquettes Recipe courtesy of Danielle Kartes, food blogger, Rustic Joyful Food Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour ...