SODA BREAD
A perfect match for Irish soups and stews. 20 serves. 4 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup butter, softened 4 tablespoons white sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 large egg ¼
COLCANNON
Rich and creamy, colcannon is the perfect side dish. Serves six. 500g potatoes 500g green cabbage, sliced 2 small leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced 1 cup milk, or as needed salt and pepper to taste 1 pinch ground mace ½
BOXTY
Eaten all year round, Boxty is a potato pancake which is tender on the inside while crispy on the outside. Serves six. 1 ½ cups grated raw potatoes 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes 1 large egg
BACON AND CABBAGE SOUP
A simple, chunky soup. Pairs well with soda bread or Guinness bread. Serves four. 250g bacon, diced 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 can diced tomatoes with juice 1 cup chicken stock, or as needed Salt and black pepper
DUBLIN CODDLE
Legend has it that this sausage and potato stew was left on the stove to ‘coddle’, while some family members were out sinking pints rather than sitting at the dinner table. Serves four. 8 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into 2.5cm
BEEF, MUSHROOM AND GUINNESS PIE
This pie combines tender, savory beef, earthy mushrooms, and the rich depth of Guinness, all encased in a buttery, flaky pastry, making it a hearty and flavourful comfort food. Serves six. olive oil 500g cubed beef stew meat 2 slices
IRISH STEW
Traditionally made with lamb, this hearty stew is easy to prepare and is cooked slowly to bring out the flavours. There are many variations on this recipe, which can also include Worcestershire sauce, beef or chicken stock and other fresh
