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March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 6)

March 17, 2011 Dessert
March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 6)

Yesterday’s Irish Madness was intense! The Reuben Braid squeaked by the Irish Stew by two votes! The Irish Trifle, on the other hand, blew away the Grasshopper Pie. Today we’re matching up the Savory Scones and Potato Soup, then the Irish Mint Brownies and Rice Pudding. Which recipes will prevail? Make your picks and leave [...]

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Small Plate: Guinness Desserts

March 16, 2011 Dessert
Small Plate: Guinness Desserts

I’m not normally one to sit down with a pint of Guinness. There’s just something about the bitter taste and thick brew that turns me off. However, I will be the first to inhale a chocolate Guinness cupcake, or a Guinness brownie. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I decided to search for the best [...]

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March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 5)

March 16, 2011 Dessert
March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 5)

It’s time to move on to the Elite Eight of our Irish Madness! We’ve got some tough match-ups coming, and I think it’s going to be tough to make a decision between a couple of these recipes. But, we’re on a mission to find the ultimate Irish recipe!! Remember, leave your picks in the comment [...]

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March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 4)

March 15, 2011 Breads
March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 4)

Here we are, Round 4 or our Irish Madness. I’m kind of surprised more people didn’t go for the Guinness Chocolate Cake in Round 3, but who can resist brownies! In this round we’ve got some scrumptious Irish Soda Bread going up against Savory Caraway Scones, and then a luscious Grasshopper Pie matched up with [...]

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Pie for Pi Day

March 14, 2011 Dessert
Pie for Pi Day

Do you know what today is? It’s Pi day! Get it? 3/14 – 3.14… It’s the day when math geeks and pie lovers unite … to eat pie. Here’s a little bit of background on Pi Day. March 14th, also known as Pi Day, is the celebration of the number 3.14. It was created by [...]

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March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 2)

March 11, 2011 Dessert
March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes (Round 2)

Thanks so much for everyone who participated in the first round of our Irish March Madness!  Below are two more sets of recipes, one savory and one sweet. Take a look and tell me in the comments which savory and which sweet recipe you think is best! Round 2: Savory Baked Potato Soup vs. Colcannon [...]

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A Cup of Irish Coffee

March 11, 2011 Beverages
A Cup of Irish Coffee

Last night, after watching my alma mater fall in the Big East tournament, I decided to wind down with a cup of Irish coffee. I usually only drink Irish coffee around Christmas time – my grandma and I sip the warming drink as we watch the twinkling lights on the tree. But, since it is [...]

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March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes

March 10, 2011 Dessert
March Madness: A Battle of Irish Recipes

It’s March. Time for St. Paddy’s Day and basketball. I find myself asking one simple question: “Why can’t we combine the deliciousness of St. Patrick’s Day with the awesomeness that is March Madness?” So I’m doing just that. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Irish Madness. I’ve got 16 Irish-inspired recipes that I’m going to pitch [...]

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A Lenten Reflection & Lentil Stew

March 9, 2011 Soups
A Lenten Reflection & Lentil Stew

Lent is a time for self improvement. It’s a time to brush ourselves off from the winter weight and soot. It’s kind of like personal (and for some, spiritual) spring cleaning. When it comes to Lent in the kitchen, some people give up meat and dairy entirely, others fast, and some give up rich indulgences [...]

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Small Plate: Mardi Gras Eats

March 8, 2011 Dessert
Small Plate: Mardi Gras Eats

Happy Mardi Gras!! I hope everyone is indulging today – it’s the only day where we get a free pass to gorge on our favorite treats. Here’s a delicious round-up from some amazing eats that are perfect for Fat Tuesday! Laissez les bon temps rouler! Sweetapolita: Campfire Delight: 6 Layer Rich Chocolate Malted Toasted Marshmallow [...]

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