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Acctually, conred beef and cabbage isn't really an Irish food. The Irish immigrants made it up when they came to America.

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Its so popular it is Heather then pork.

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Q: What is the significance of corned beef and cabbage to the Irish?
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What is a food commonly eaten on st.patricks day?

Since St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland,people usually eat corned beef and cabbage. That is an Irish meal.


What is the most famous meal?

Corned Beef and Cabbage is considered a traditional Irish meal.


Is it corned beef and cabbage or ham and cabbage?

bacon and cabbage


What recipes is corned beef used in?

There are a variety of recipes for corned beef. Some of the more common ones are corned beef hash and eggs, corned beef and cabbage, and corned beef casserole.


How much corn is in Corned Beef and Cabbage?

Corned beef and cabbage is a popular dish, especially at Saint Patrick's Day. The name can lead to confusion and cause one to assume that there is corn in corned beef. However, there is no corn in corned beef.


What for lunch or dinner in Ireland?

One popular Irish meal is corned beef and cabbage. Potatoes are also consumed often with Irish meals.


What do you serve with cabbage that has the word corn in it?

Corned Beef and Cabbage


Can dogs have corned beef and cabbage soup?

well dogs can have corned beef and cabbage soup but only if we put some good flavors in it .


What country first made corned beef?

Corned beef originated as a way to preserve the meat so it could be eaten after Lent. By pickling the corned beef in brine, it would not spoil over the course of the Lenten fast. It is thought the the Irish produced a salted beef as early as the Middle Ages, but corned beef is not a national Irish food. It was a popular substitute for bacon for Irish-American immigrants in the 19th century. Corned beef and cabbage is the Irish-American version of the Irish bacon and cabbage dish and, in North America, is often served during St. Patrick's Day celebrations.


Is corned beef really Irish?

No


What do the Irish do to celebrate St Patrick's Day?

Wear orange eat corned beef and cabbage and POTATOES! drink a sip 'o beer


How do you prepare corned beef and cabbage?

Corned beef and cabbage is usually prepared by boiling the beef with the cabbage. Cut the head into wedges and place it around the corned beef in a large pot with your prefered spices. Cover with water and simmer covered for about 2 to 2 and 1/2 hours. Then you can add carrots and potatoes if you like and continue cooking until the vegetables are done.