Celebrate Ireland's patron saint with a cold-weather meal inspired by traditional favorites: stew, cabbage, and soda bread.

St. Patricks Day Menu
Serves 4

Cabbage and Mixed Greens Salad with Tangy Herb Vinaigrette
Make the dressing ahead and chill it in the refrigerator, but add the herbs just before tossing the salad.

Vegetable-Beef Stew
We enjoyed this hearty stew with beef, but cubed leg of lamb would work, as well. For robust Irish flavor, use Guinness Stout or another stout for the beer that’s specified in the recipe.

Brown Soda Bread
Quick breads like this one, leavened with baking powder and baking soda, come together easily, even for weeknights.

Gingered Pear Crisp
Choose the ripest Bartlett pears you can find, because their soft, juicy texture and sweet flavor make a big difference in this dessert.