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Leek Champ

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Throughout the month of March, I’ve been reading the few Irish cookbooks I own and paying special attention to traditional Irish ingredients in honor of my Irish heritage. I’ve been really inspired by the stories and traditions I’ve learned through these recipes and I plan to incorporate pieces of Irish cuisine into my cooking repertoire. And [...]

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Lucky Watercress & Lime Soup

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* A warm congrats to Michelle, lucky #13, for winning the $50 CSN Gift Card!! Thank you to all who participated. ~~~ Question: What does a 7-course Irish meal usually consist of? Answer: A boiled potato and a 6-pack of Guinness Actually, truth be told, Irish cuisine has come a long way. In celebrating my Irish heritage this [...]

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Herb Lentil Loaf

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Cooler weather always gets me the mood for hearty casseroles and loaves. This is a wonderful hearty dish. It has a yummy earthy taste from the mushrooms, nuts and cheese. It’s packed with flavor thanks to the variety of herbs and garlic. I made this for Thanksgiving one year as a vegetarian option and it [...]

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