The automatic version is very much like the basic Slow Cooker Irish Stew in its cooking settings. However, this cooker can be programmed for specific cook times and heat levels. It will automatically turn on and off and change settings for you. These cookers may be a bit more costly but are more convenient and call for even less effort on behalf of the user.
If you want a good old-fashioned Irish dinner then go to The Egg Plantation or Mulligans in Santa Clarita. Both will be having corned beef and cabbage, irish stew and Irish spirits. Egg plantation is a good place for the kids and will also have live Irish music from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Mulligans has karaoke starting at 9 p.m. If you want an authentic Irish pub, then try Tom Bergin's Tavern on Fairfax in Los Angeles. The place has been open since 1936 and the walls are littered with paper shamrocks. For more restaurants with St. Patrick's Day festivities go to the Los Angeles St. Patrick's Day Planner.
Thursday, March 17 open at 6:30 a.m. serving hot breakfast, lunch and dinner,featuring homemade Corned Beef, Cabbage & potatoes. The Omaha Pipes& Drums will make two appearances.
No matter how attached you are to your favorite blend, don't be afraid to try a new variety. You don't need to invest in a large bag to try out something new. Almost all brands will offer a irish pot or sampler size to allow you to try out new flavors.
Hurst 15 Bean Soup Mix is a product that's extremely easy to prepare, and can be modified to suit your tastes. It can be made in a crock pot, or more quickly boiled on the stove. Either way will supply you with a satisfying healthy meal that is low calorie, and low fat. If fact when it comes to the usual list of red flags on food products you'll be hard pressed to find anything about this soup that will be an issue. It's a quality source of protein and fiber, both essential to a good diet.
With the exception of the peanut brittle, all of these candies can be made ahead of time and frozen in air tight containers or zip lock bags. Then just thaw at room temperature and let your family munch down. They'll think you've been in the kitchen for hours standing over a hot stove! No one will ever know how easy they were, and your secret is safe with me.