By Mary Hunt

Everyday Cheapskate

Twenty-one years ago, on March 17, I surprised my staff by bringing a homemade meal to the office to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. It was such a hit that I’ve done a repeat performance every year since. The menu is simple: Corned Beef and Cabbage, potatoes and carrots, Irish Soda Bread and lime Jell-O with pears.

Irish Soda Bread

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 eggs

1 pint sour cream