Irish Soda Bread

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups buttermilk

1 cup sour cream

2 large eggs

1 1/2 tsp. salt

1 Tblsp. cinnamon

3/4 cup sugar

2 1/2 cups raisins

4 2/3 cup flour

1 tsp. baking soda

2 tsp. baking powder

Combine the ingredients in order.  Knead on floured board.  Place on buttered pan.  Bake in oven at 350 degrees for 55 minutes.  Rub the bread with butter while hot.  Serve warm!

 

Irish Shepherd's Pie

 Ingredients/order:

1 Tblsp. olive oil

1 onion, diced

3 cloves of garlic, diced

3 celery stalks, diced

4 sprigs fresh thyme, finely chopped

1 pound of beef chuck, small pieces

4 carrots, diced

1 cup of early frozen peas

2 Tblsp. flour

2 Tblsp. butter

1 cup red wine

2 Tblsp. tomato paste

4 Tblsp. Worcestershire sauce

1 cup stock

Combine the ingredients in order. Reduces.  Top with mashed potatoes and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.  Bake for 30 minutes.