Celebrate St. Pat’s Day with American Irish Stew

Especially during the pandemic, it’s nice to make the most of every holiday we celebrate, safely, at home. Here are some ways to plan ahead for a special St. Patrick’s Day coming up March 17.

• Decorate with purpose. Incorporate green into banners, streamers, candles or even use green light bulbs.

• Plan some simple activities to help the fun flow. Games like a “treasure hunt” for gold coins, limerick-writing competitions or even just turning up Irish-themed music can be fun.

• Eat festively. Turn your family’s food and drinks into true Irish dining with some delicious recipes like this American Irish Stew, which includes beef, onion, carrots and potatoes for a tasty cultural meal. Also find corned beef and cabbage recipes online.

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American Irish Stew

Especially during the pandemic, it’s nice to make the most of every holiday we celebrate, safely, at home. Here are some ways to plan ahead for a special St. Patrick’s Day coming up March 17.
Servings 6 People
Calories 370 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tb extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/4 pounds beef top round, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion coarsely chopped
  • 3 medium carrot peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
  • 2 medium parsnips cut into large chunks (optional)
  • 3 cups low-fat, low-salt beef broth
  • 4 medium russet potatoes peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 1 tb chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 leek coarsely chopped
  • 2 tb fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste to taste

Instructions
 

  • In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, gently stirring until meat is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add onion, carrots and parsnips. Cook 3-4 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 75 minutes, or until meat is tender.
  • Stir in potatoes and simmer another 30 minutes. Add rosemary and leeks. Continue to simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender. To avoid potatoes falling apart, do not overcook.
  • Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired.

Notes

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