Jiggs Dinner

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   The night before, break the salt beef into large chunks.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Soak the salt beef in water overnight, for at least 8-10 hours.

   8–10 h
3. 3
   Step 3:

   Put the split peas in a bowl, cover with water, and soak overnight.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Drain the salt beef and place it in a large stockpot.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Cover the salt beef with fresh water, using at least 6-7 litres.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Place the split peas in a pease-pudding canvas bag or a triple layer of cheesecloth and tie it, leaving room for the peas to expand.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Put the bag in the pot, tying its strings to the outside handle so it does not stick to the bottom with the salt beef.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Bring the pot to a boil.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Lower the heat and simmer for 2 hours.

   2 h
10. 10
    Step 10:

    Remove the pease-pudding bag, empty its contents into a bowl, and mix with butter and black pepper to taste. Set aside.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Add the cabbage to the pot and boil for 20 more minutes.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Add the turnip, carrots, and potatoes, then boil for 20 more minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Remove the salt beef and vegetables from the pot and arrange them on a platter.

14. 14
    Step 14:

    Use the cooking liquid as pot liquor to drink, or reduce it to make a jus or gravy to pour over the meal.