St. Patrick's Day Recipes

This St. Patrick’s Day, make traditional Irish food from scratch or whip up an easy recipe on the quick. From appetizers to dessert, the best St. Patty’s Day menu is here—lucky you!

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    Creamed Spinach

    2 reviews

    Creamed spinach is rich and luxurious, making it an ideal side dish for family dinners or holidays.


    Favorite Irish Bread

    15 reviews

    Serve this classic from the Emerald Isle with butter, jam and a hot cup of tea. Baking this beauty in...


    Frosted Cutout Sugar Cookies

    1 review

    “As a girl, I helped Mom make these crunchy cutout cookies. Iced and sprinkled with colored sugar, they're the best!”...


    Irish Coffee Pie

    6 reviews

    Even though we aren't Irish, my mom made this pie for my dad every St. Patrick's Day. —Holly Nauroth, Fruita,...


    Chinese Country-Style Pork Ribs

    3 reviews

    “These ribs are tangy and tender. The Chinese-style glaze gives them a different and unique taste.” Jamie’s original recipe called...


    Cucumber Rolls

    4 reviews

    The fresh flavors of cucumber and smoked salmon are delicious, but it's the presentation here that will stop guests in...


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    Watergate Salad

    17 reviews

    Watergate salad is a beloved vintage dish that's fluffy, creamy and not too sweet. Enjoy it as dessert or as...


    Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookies

    16 reviews

    Of all the cookies I prepare at Christmas, these are the most popular. My husband and sons gobble them up...

    Festive Broccoli-Cauliflower Salad

    24 reviews

    I came up with this recipe when unexpected company arrived and I didn't have enough lettuce and tomatoes on hand...


    Best Irish Soda Bread

    4 reviews

    This recipe is similar to the one passed down through generations of my Irish family. I rarely touch a mixer...


    Quick Grasshopper Pie

    4 reviews

    My family looks forward to this fluffy pie every Christmas. No one can resist the combination of refreshing mint and...


    Buttermilk Dill Dip

    This light, flavorful dip brings protein and perks up fresh sliced veggies in a hurry. —Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota


    Chocolate Mint Truffle Tart

    Eating a slice of this decadent dessert is like biting into a smooth truffle candy. You can vary the flavor...


    Reuben Strata

    1 review

    Sure, you could turn last night’s corned beef into a Reuben sandwich, but strata is more fun—and just as simple....


    Breaded Cheddar Cubes

    Cubes of cheddar breaded and fried until golden brown…what’s not to love? The warm, gooey bites are always popular at...


    Smoked-Almond Cheese Toasts

    I created my recipe for appetizer toasts while planning the menu for a friend's bridal luncheon. Smoked almonds add a...


    Lean Green Smoothie

    2 reviews

    Kids love the unusual color of this frosty and flavorful smoothie. It’s fine-tuned to their liking with bananas, creamy yogurt...

    St. Patrick’s Irish Beef Dinner

    9 reviews

    A variation on shepherd's pie, this hearty St. Patrick's Irish beef dinner brings together saucy beef, mashed potatoes, parsnips and...


    Hot Mushroom Spread

    I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years—it's a big hit every time.—Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia


    Spanish-Smashed Potatoes with Cilantro Sauce

    2 reviews

    I was inspired to create this after visiting a great Latin restaurant. The salty potatoes and the bright herbs are...


    Dilled New Potatoes

    5 reviews

    With six kids at home, I try to grow as much of our own food as possible, and our big...


    Irish Onion Soup

    5 reviews

    The inspiration behind this recipe came from my father, who owned a restaurant and created the original dish. This version...


    Watergate Cake

    1 review

    Next time you want a fun dessert with an interesting history, try Watergate cake. With pistachio pudding mix in every...

    Pirate Punch

    2 reviews

    The nice tang to this punch, crowned by foamy topping, makes it a very refreshing drink. Children love it! —Taste...


    Mint-Filled Cookies

    I tuck a peppermint patty inside these treats for a fun surprise. The bites will melt in your mouth. —Karen...


    Chocolate-Mint Popcorn

    I wrote a book called “20 New Ways to Enjoy Popcorn.” When I poll friends, they favor this recipe, a...


    Mocha Mint Coffee

    1 review

    This doctored-up coffee benefits from hints of mint, cocoa and cinnamon. The marshmallows on top are a playful addition that...


    Irish Whiskey Float

    Here's a tasty adult spin on a favorite childhood ice cream treat. Every sip is cool, creamy and fun! —Nick...


    Creamy Chicken Boxty

    7 reviews

    A creamy chicken filling flavored with bacon and leeks, then wrapped in tender potato pancakes, this hearty recipe is light...