Think of marrow as grown-up Zucchini. Native to England, marrows are bland green, oval summer squash that can grow to the size of a watermelon. Zucchini and courgette are the same thing - zucchini Italian name and courgette French. Both mean baby marrow. You can also use … [Read more...] about Titanic Stuffed Marrow Farci
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Comforting Cabbage Colcannon
Colcannon is a lovely Irish comfort food combining potatoes and cabbage, all mashed together. It can be served as side dish, or if you add sausages it can become a main course feast. At Halloween, it served to predict marriage. Charms were hidden in the mashed potatoes and any … [Read more...] about Comforting Cabbage Colcannon
Comforting Irish Stew
There is nothing as comforting as stew when it is cold outside. Celebrate Branson's heritage with the way the Irish prepare stew, with beer added. King George V loved Irish Stew, but his version was made with mutton. Comforting Irish Stew There is nothing as … [Read more...] about Comforting Irish Stew
Colorful Summer Vegetable Casserole
Modern methods of food preservation have alleviated much of the need for cooks to find use for fresh produce as soon as it comes off the field. However, fresh is fabulous and there is some cache in having a garden, even if you only grow herbs. And until scientists can find a … [Read more...] about Colorful Summer Vegetable Casserole
The Best Boeuf Bourguignon
This dish is essentially an upstairs version of a simple beef stew, named for Burgundy after the type of wine which was used in the dish. Boeuf Bourguignon, a delectable beef stew, celebrates its roots through homage to its prized Charolais cattle. Reputed for their distinct … [Read more...] about The Best Boeuf Bourguignon
