In the last decade, cuisine in Ireland has been transformed. A careful attention to preparation, local seafood and artisan products has re-invented the general opinion of Irish food as being “just” potatoes and corned beef. St. Patrick ’s Day seems to require something green (although I tend to see more green frosted cookies than “real” Irish food).
Since sorrel is in season (plus it’s green!), and potatoes are traditionally Irish, I thought we’d have a creamy potato-sorrel soup accompanied by a loaf of hearty wheat bread. Start with a plate of smoked or pickled salmon with crème fraîche and a watercress salad, and be sure to have lots of good Irish butter with the bread. This makes a perfect, light and easy St. Patrick’s day meal.
Look for sorrel at farmer’s markets and in some grocery stores. It’s also easy to grow; it looks like lettuce and grows in much the same way.
Easy St. Patrick’s Day Menu
Assorted Smoked and Pickled Fish ~ Crème Fraîche
Watercress Salad
Creamy Potato-Sorrel Soup
Hearty Wheat Bread
-Josie
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