I am woefully unskilled as a bread baker. I’ve just not managed a beautiful, yeasty bread that is photo-worthy. I love the Irish for giving me an alternative that is so easy, Cherub does most of the measuring. All you need is a pint glass, a bowl and a sheet pan. Really. Pint Glass Bread,… Read More Irish Cooking | Pint Glass Bread
So much of Irish cooking was born from necessity. But from Ireland’s extraordinary hardships came simple, delicious farmhouse dishes that rely on cheap, available ingredients. In this case, there are a mere four ingredients – pork ribs, bacon, onions, and of course, potatoes. Then, with a little heat and a little time, they transform themselves… Read More Irish Cooking | Pork Rib Stew
Steaks are the ultimate in quick cooking. Fifteen minutes and dinner can be on the table. Plus if you’re feeling a little sluggish, maybe you need a little more iron, or perhaps a Guinness. Tonight’s Gaelic version was topped with sauteed onions, watercress and a whiskey reduction. This is a wonderful combination, perhaps the best… Read More Irish Cooking | Gaelic Steak
In addition to being in love with Indian cuisine, English cuisine, Spanish cuisine, Mexican cuisine, Japanese cuisine and – I’m sensing a pattern here – all manner of cuisines, I figured it’d be a kindness to share a few Irish recipes that I love as well, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. This cream of… Read More Irish Cooking | Quick Scallop Soup
