Is corned beef on your March menu? Synonymous with St. Patrick's Day and a seasonal favorite to many, traditional corned beef requires a bit of preparation. Once on the stove, it just takes time. Served with cooked cabbage, potatoes and carrots AND a refreshing ale it is a tasty treat. Here's a snippet from a Smithsonian Magazine article: How did "corned beef" get it's name? 'The British invented the term “corned beef” in the 17th century to describe the size of the salt crystals used to cure the meat, the size of corn kernels. ' If more history interests you, I recommend the entire article found at: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/is-corned-beef-really-irish-2839144/#hdhOPILpgJPd439e.99 March 17th has become a day of parades, (7 comments)