March 17th is Saint Patrick’s Day (aka St. Patrick’s Day, St. Paddy’s Day, St. Patty’s Day), a cultural and religious holiday that celebrates the life of Saint Patrick, who died on that date way back in the fifth century. Patrick has endured as the most commonly recognized … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Traditions Include Budget Friendly Comfort Food
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Budget Saver Irish Soda Bread
Soda Bread became a staple in Irish homes after the potato famine wiped out crops and baking soda became more readily available in the 1840s. Baking soda was cheap and kept longer than yeast. Traditional Irish Soda Bread uses only 4 ingredients that the poor would have had … [Read more...] about Budget Saver Irish Soda Bread
Hearty Irish Ham Soup
This is a great Irish inspired soup, a wonderful example of dishes which would start upstairs at a grand house, and finish downstairs. After a lovely upstairs dinner of Baked Ham, the bone could be made into a delicious soup for the servants. You can make soup right after your … [Read more...] about Hearty Irish Ham Soup
