A Collection of Classic Recipes for Saint Patrick’s Day

Traditional Irish Soda Bread

A Saint Patrick’s Day classic that’s simple yet so satisfying. Perfect alongside soups, stews, or smothered with butter.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 3/4 cups buttermilk

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.

3. Make a well in the center, pour in the buttermilk, and mix until it forms a soft dough.

4. Turn onto a floured surface, knead lightly, and shape into a round loaf.

5. Place the loaf on a greased baking sheet, cut a cross on top, and bake for 35-40 minutes.

Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Greens)

A creamy mashed potato dish elevated with the addition of greens.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs potatoes (peeled and quartered)

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1/2 cup milk

• 2 cups shredded kale or cabbage

• 3 green onions (chopped)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain.

2. Mash the potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.

3. Sauté kale or cabbage in a little butter until softened, then mix into the potatoes.

4. Stir in green onions and serve warm.

Irish Beef Stew

Rich, hearty, and packed with flavor—perfect with the soda bread above

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs stewing beef (cubed)

• 3 tablespoons flour

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 onion (chopped)

• 3 carrots (diced)

• 2 cups beef stock

• 2 cups Guinness or any stout beer

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 2 garlic cloves (minced)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toss the beef cubes in flour, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat oil in a large pot, brown the beef, and set aside.

3. Sauté onions, garlic, and carrots until softened.

4. Stir in tomato paste, stock, and Guinness. Bring to a boil.

5. Add beef back to the pot, cover, and simmer for 2 hours or until the beef is tender.

Classic Shamrock Shake

A fun, minty, green treat for the whole family

Ingredients:

• 2 cups vanilla ice cream

• 1 cup milk

• 1/2 teaspoon mint extract

• Green food coloring

• Whipped cream and a maraschino cherry

(optional, for topping)

Instructions:

1. Blend ice cream, milk, mint extract, and a few drops of food coloring until smooth.

2. Pour into glasses, top with whipped cream and a cherry, and serve immediately.