Irish boxty is a potato pancake made with grated raw potato, mashed potato, flour, buttermilk and baking soda. In recent years the popularity of boxty has soared with the introduction of thinner boxty pancakes wrapped around savory fillings. My version of this delectable Irish delight comes with a filling of chicken, mushrooms, bacon and white […]
Cheesy Mushroom Potato Bites
Irish cheddar and mushroom potato bites are tasty little appetizers, that can even double up as a side dish. These versatile little morsels are perfect for parties, especially Irish themed celebrations. Preparation can be completed ahead of time. The only step required at party time is to pop them in the oven until the cheese […]
Crockpot Roast Beef In Mushroom And Red Wine Gravy
Memories of Sunday dinners in my Irish childhood home always involved a roast, either roast beef, pork or chicken. My mom roasted meat in the oven, then made gravy separately on the stove top. When I came to America my aunt, who immigrated here from Ireland back in the 1940’s, introduced me to the most […]
Chicken and Mushroom Vol-Au-Vents
Puff pastry shells filled with chicken and mushrooms in a creamy white wine sauce remind me of Irish Christmas parties. My Mom would make these delicious appetizers whenever relatives and friends were invited for a a little get-together during the Christmas season. Ingredients: 18 puff pastry shells 1 egg (beaten with 1 tablespoon of […]
