Moussaka is one of my favourite dishes in the entire universe. If you come around here much, you may roll your eyes at that. I admit I show a lot of enthusiasm for many foods. I love a lot of foods. But there are very few I would commit to calling a favourite. Moussaka merits “favourite” status.

Here’s why.
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The big Pi Day winner announced at the end of this post!

There are few things as heartwarming and satisfying as lamb so tender it falls off the bone with the gentlest encouragement of a spoon. Sauced in a rich stew alongside tender vegetables and mopped up with a thick slice of whole wheat soda bread – I think everyone should celebrate St. Patrick’s day with such a union of comfort and decadence. Washed down of course with a pint or three of Guinness and followed by some good-natured rowdiness, perhaps with some semblance of dancing.

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