ST. PATRICK’S DAY RECIPE: Lamb Kebabs with Guinness Marinade

Lamb kebabs, couscous and minted yogurt are Middle Eastern, but Guinness is serving the dish on St. Patrick’s Day. Photo courtesy Guinness.   Kebabs (variously spelled kababs, kabobs and kebaps) are meat dishes of Persian origin. The concept spread throughout the Middle East and to Greece. The word means “roasted meat.” In different countries the…
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY: Oysters & Champagne

Oysters and bubbly are not just for New Year’s Eve. Oysters on the half shell are a favorite in Ireland. While they’re popular bar food with a beer, you can create a real celebration with sparkling wine. Whether with Champagne or the lighter and more affordable Cava and Prosecco sparklers, invite friends over to toast…
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY RECIPE: Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Yesterday’s St. Patrick’s Day recipe was potato and rosemary rolls. Here’s an Irish stew recipe that those rolls are looking forward to. This particular recipe is for busy folks who use a slow cooker, courtesy of Spice Islands. SLOW COOKER BEEF STEW RECIPE Ingredients 2 tablespoons flour 1 tablespoon sugar (we substitute one teaspoon of…
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