Madeira Beef Stew made with tender cuts of beef, mushrooms, garlic, rosemary and Madeira wine; then slowly simmered in a Dutch oven or crockpot. A few months ago, my husband and I were at our local wine store and came across a bottle of wine from Madeira wine. It's where my father in laws family originated from in Portugal. We purchased the wine, brought it with us to dinner one Sunday afternoon and my father in law LOVED it. He said it reminded him of the wine they used to drink ... Read More about Madeira Beef Stew
Mediterranean Broccoflower Salad
This Mediterranean Broccoflower Salad made with sun dried tomatoes, capers, Kalamata olives, fresh oregano, and lemon juice is not only gorgeous in color, but also flavorful. Happy St. Patricks Day! Since I already shared my favorite Irish dishes last week, I'm sharing a new recipe for Mediterranean Broccoflower Salad. What is Broccoflower? Broccoflower, otherwise known as "green cauliflower" is a hybrid of broccoli and cauliflower. It has the same flavor attributes; however it has a ... Read More about Mediterranean Broccoflower Salad
Rigatoni Pasta with Portobello Mushrooms and Spinach
Rigatoni pasta with diced Portobello mushrooms, garlic and fresh spinach in a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. Pasta is perfect for busy weeknights because it's so versatile. Add vegetables, protein and/or some sauce and you have a satisfying meal. My family loves this Creamy Rigatoni with Portobello Mushrooms and Spinach and I make it a few times a year. It comes together quickly and the flavors are amazing. Serve with a tossed salad and crunchy garlic bread and dinner is ... Read More about Rigatoni Pasta with Portobello Mushrooms and Spinach
Irish Soda Bread
This homemade Irish Soda Bread made with buttermilk, flour and raisins is moist and delicious. Make it all year long, not just St. Patrick's Day! Technically, this recipe for Irish Soda Bread is a Recipe ReRun and I've shared it several times before. However, in the past I had always included it under a holiday post for St. Patrick's Day, but this year I think it deserved a place of it's own. This is THE BEST Irish Soda Bread recipe I've ever tasted and it originated from my ... Read More about Irish Soda Bread
Sautéed Cabbage with Bacon
This recipe made with sautéed cabbage, bacon, fresh thyme and white wine is delicious and makes a tasty vegetable side dish. I'm not a huge fan of cabbage, but I know many people love it; especially during St. Patrick's Day. When I make my yearly corned beef, I don't like to add the cabbage directly to the pot while it's cooking, so I prepare this Sautéed Cabbage with Bacon separately. How do you make Sautéed Cabbage with Bacon? For this recipe you'll ... Read More about Sautéed Cabbage with Bacon
Corned Beef Hash
Corned Beef Hash is the perfect use for St. Patrick's Day leftovers, but don't wait until then to make this breakfast side dish; it's tasty all year long! I can't believe I've never made corned beef hash here on the blog before, but you are definitely in for a treat! I guess it's because we either didn't have any leftover corned beef from our St. Patrick's Day meal; or we just wound up eating the remainder on sandwiches. I decided that this year was going to be different and ... Read More about Corned Beef Hash