St. Patrick's Day

No need for an ice cream maker: Turns out all that's required to make incredible homemade ice cream is three ingredients and a freezer.

Celebrate with a feast of Irish foods and a tall glass of stout. Sláinte!

Believe it or not, beer does amazing things for cake. Our St. Patrick's Day special is dense and rich, with the slightest undertone of stout.

Consider this an easier, nuttier version of rice-based risotto. The oats maintain a slight chewiness even when fully cooked. We used store-bought beef broth; if you use homemade, season the risotto generously with salt.

Ward off the chill with a steaming bowl of soup and fresh-from-the-oven bread. This tempting, hearty recipe is surprisingly easy – and totally satisfying.