The Jewish Origins of Corned Beef and Cabbage; Catholic Church allowing meat to be eaten on this Friday, St. Patrick's Day

In the Catholic faith, eating meat is generally not allowed on Fridays during Lent, but bishops across the area are making an exception this Friday because it's St. Patrick's Day.

Corned Beef and Cabbage is a traditional meal for many on St. Patrick’s Day… but beef consumption is also not allowed for Catholics on Fridays during Lent…

Corned Beef and Cabbage Origins

So how did corned beef and cabbage become such a dynamic duo? It's actually an American invention. Historically, cabbage was paired with pork bacon in Ireland. Irish imm…