Is it true? Has Spring finally sprung?  They are calling for snow on Saint Patrick’s day, but the daffodils are coming up and I counted eight robins in my yard this morning. Surely beautiful weather can’t be too far off.

Today I give you my recipe for Corned Beef and Cabbage.  Quite simply the best!

Select a piece of corned beef brisket.  Place in a deep pot and cover well with cold water.  Bring to a boil.  Pour off all the water and again cover with cold water.  Add to the water: 1 clove garlic, 1 onion, 1/2 teaspoon allspice, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon vinegar.  Simmer gently until tender, allowing 20-30 minutes per pound.  (6 pound beef brisket will take approximately 3 hours). Add the cabbage (cut into quarters) and the potatoes into the same pot during the last 45 minutes of cook time.

“May the saddest day of your future be no worse than the happiest day of your past.” -Irish saying- Happy St. Patrick’s Day!