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st. patricks day

Sip

I’ll Have A…

March 14, 2014

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As we all know I love a fun drink – the more involved the better.  Muddled cucumber? Check. Blood Orange Juice? Yes please. Unfortunately, my unique cocktail taste has most dive bar bartenders scratching their heads/hating me, so this drink is my go to when I am trying not to be high-maintenance.

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In honor of St. Patrick’s day I want to introduce you to an easy-to-order/easy-to-drink concoction – Jameson and Ginger.

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Jameson and Ginger

  • 1.5 oz Jameson Whiskey
  • Ginger Ale
  • Wedge of Lime
  1. Pour whiskey into an ice filled highball glass.
  2. Top with ginger ale.
  3. Finish with a squeeze of lime.
  4. Stir and enjoy!

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Tasty

Good Ol’ Irish Meal

March 10, 2014

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This week is green themed and what better way to kick off a St. Patrick’s Day celebration than Corned Beef and Cabbage!?

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Corned Beef and Cabbage 

  • 3-4 pounds lean corned beef brisket
  • 1/2 pound fingerlings potatoes
  • 1 small onion, cut into 1 inch wedges
  • 3 celery stalks, cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 5 carrots, peeled & cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 1/2 head of Savoy cabbage, cut into 1 inch wedges
  1. Place corned beef into crock pot.
  2. Sprinkle with spice packet (that comes with corned beef) or 3 Tablespoons pickling spice.
  3. Layer carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery over meat.
  4. Add enough hot water to cover meat by 1 inch (4-5 cups).
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
  6. After 8 hours, add cabbage and cook on high for 45 minutes.
  7. Thinly slice meat against the grain and serve with vegetables.

Note: Whole Foods makes a GREAT brined corned beef (omit Step 2).

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*I recommend serving with grainy mustard or a yummy mixture of creme fraiche with some freshly grated horseradish.

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Now get your green beer ready and your grocery lists prepped for an amazing St. Patrick’s Day Meal next week!