By Brian Duffy
After your first trip to Ireland, tell the truth: The sight you talked about the most wasn’t the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Castle, or the Guinness Factory. It was the breakfast.
The Irish really know how to build a great old-fashioned stick-to-the-ribs (and arteries) morning meal. On your plate you’ll find eggs, bacon, sausage, butter, beans, bread, and even blood pudding—enough food to get you through the day ’til a late supper. About day three of your tour, and you’re asking for the Special K and skim milk.
But, oh, how good it is while you last. This year, as part of The Shanachie’s St. Patrick’s celebration, we’re serving an Irish breakfast, including the three recipes I’m including here. (As our special gift to our patrons, we’re also going totally smoke-free, just like Ireland.) And you don’t have to serve these savory dishes just in the morning.
Our motto: Breakfast—it’s what’s for dinner.
