For many of us, it’s an annual tradition to have a heaping plate of corned beef and cabbage or shepherd’s pie for St. Patrick’s Day. And while we wait our turn to get vaccinated for COVID-19, that means coming up with plan to have dinner at home as part of the party.

Just in time for the celebration, Legion Brewing chef Gene Briggs gave CharlotteFive a behind-the-scenes look into his kitchen by sharing his recipe for Shepherd’s Pie. And, of course, he incorporates Legion’s Slainte Dry Irish Stout, which was a silver-medal winner for best classic Irish-style dry stout at the World Beer Cup. Fun fact: Both the British and Irish claim the dish as their own, although it’s safe to say it originated somewhere in the UK as a way to use leftovers.

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