Old Fashioned Irish Stew

Have the meat cut in pieces as desired for serving size.

Cover with about 4 cups water (boiling); bring slowly back to boiling point.

Add the seasonings.

Add the carrots, cut in strips or thick slices; let simmer for 45 minutes.

Add onions and potatoes; let simmer until potatoes and meat are both tender, about 1 hour. Garnish with chopped parsley when serving.

To be served with a salad and a dessert of shamrock ice cream molds and little cookies.