We can hardly ignore St. Patrick's Day, although it is celebrated much more in the U.S. than in Ireland (and certainly in France). The day is not ignored in Ireland, it is a Saint's Day, after all, and it's a day that is not considered 'Lent' so no fasting or other observations are required. To put more simply: if you 'took the pledge', meaning, gave up alcohol for Lent, you can drink on St. Patrick's Day. That alone is a reason to celebrate! Sláinte mhaith!
Next week: Easter - Spring!
Friday: Hunter's Eggs
Sautéed Sole with Brown Butter and Capers
Quinoa with Shallots and Herbs
Broccoli with Mustard SauceWe're having a white from the Loire Valley, a Sancerre, Moulin Granger. Our red is also from the Loire Valley, a Chinon, Domaine des Bouquerries.
If you would like to learn more about French wines check out this site french wine a day.
Saturday: Avocado Salad
Cornish Hens (Poussin) with Pesto
Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions
Italian Flat Beans with HerbsWe'll finish the Sancerre with the salad and a Cahors, Château de Chambert with the hens.
Sunday: Corned Beef and Cabbage
Monday: Corned Beef Hash with Poached Eggs
Tuesday: Chicken with Mushrooms and Peppers
Basmati RiceWednesday: Pasta with Sausage, Cabbage and Sage
(or Corned Beef)Thursday: Pork Chops with Spanish Rice
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