St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about parades and pints of Guinness—it’s a time to gather around the table and indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Ireland. Whether you’re looking for a hearty classic, a cheesy twist on a pub favorite, or a soul-warming bowl of soup, this collection of St. Paddy’s Day recipes has something for everyone.
From the beloved Corned Beef and Cabbage to the cozy goodness of Cottage Pie, these dishes bring the warmth and tradition of Irish cooking straight to your kitchen. Craving something ultra-comforting? Try Guinness Mac and Cheese or Shepherd’s Pie Twice Stuffed Baked Potatoes loaded with all the best flavors of Ireland. If you’re in the mood for something meaty and rich, Guinness Braised Short Ribs or a steaming bowl of Dublin Coddle will surely hit the spot.
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Irish Potato Leek Soup
This Irish Potato Leek Soup is a crowd pleasing soup that is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! In fact, it’s probably the most delicious Potato Leek Soup that you’ll ever taste! What’s even better is that this awesome soup is easy to make, and equally good served either hot or cold.
Irish Potato Leek Soup
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Dublin Coddle
Dublin Coddle is a traditional Irish dish dating back to the 17th century. It consists of potatoes, onions, and sausage cooked together and garnished with bacon to create an amazing dish.
Dublin Coddle
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Irish Pan Haggerty
Irish Pan Haggerty is a delicious Irish twist on a classic Northumberland potato dish using Dubliner cheese. It's easy to make and will definitely wow those at your St. Patrick's Day gathering.
Irish Pan Haggerty
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Shepherd’s Pie Twice Baked Potatoes
Craving comfort food with a twist? Shepherd's Pie Twice Baked Potatoes are here to satisfy! Imagine fluffy mashed potatoes embracing a hearty shepherd's pie filling – that's the magic of this irresistible dish. It's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a potluck that's sure to impress.
Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes
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Irish Colcannon
The Irish are famous for their potato dishes, and Colcannon is no exception. It’s traditionally made with mashed potatoes, cabbage (or kale), onions, and butter. As a special treat for St. Patrick’s Day, I added some crispy bacon.
Irish Colcannon
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Guinness Braised Short Ribs
Craving a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a comforting meal or a St. Patrick's Day feast? Look no further than Guinness Braised Short Ribs. This classic recipe slow-cooks short ribs in a rich and savory Guinness gravy, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth meat that's sure to impress.
Guiness Braised Short Ribs
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Sous Vide Corned Beef With Irish Fried Cabbage
Sous vide corned beef with Irish fried cabbage is a delicious and stress-free twist on a classic St. Patrick's Day dish. The sous vide cooking method guarantees a juicy, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth corned beef every time with minimal effort. Add fried Irish cabbage, perfectly caramelized in a single skillet, for a delicious and impressive meal.
Corned Beef with Irish Fried Cabbage
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Guinness and Kerrygold Irish Mac & Cheese
Calling all cheese lovers and fans of hearty comfort food! This Guinness and Kerrygold Irish Mac & Cheese recipe takes your classic mac and cheese to a whole new level. We're talking rich, cheesy goodness infused with the malty notes of Guinness and the creamy texture of Kerrygold Irish butter and cheese.
Kerry Gold Irish Mac & Cheese
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Slow Cooker Irish Guinness Beef Stew
Slow Cooker Irish Guinness Beef Stew is comfort food at its best. It boasts tender chunks of beef with potatoes and carrots braised in a rich Guinness-infused gravy. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!
Irish Guinness Beef Stew
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Make Ahead Cottage Pie
Make Ahead Cottage Pie is an Irish tradition that is the ultimate in comfort food. It's easy to make and freezes beautifully.
Cottage Pie
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Beer Battered Fish Chips and Mushy Peas
Beer Battered Fish and Chips with Mushy Peas is a favorite pub meal. Add homemade tartar sauce, and you have a true winner! Traditionally, either cod or haddock is the fish of choice. However, any large flaked white fish will work.
Fish & Chips
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Irish Stacked Potato Bites
The Irish are famous for their potato dishes. These incredible Irish Stacked Potato Bites are no exception. They’re easy to make, and perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. If they’re not gobbled up out of the oven, the Stacked Potato Bites also freeze and reheat beautifully.
Irish Potato Bites
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Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy
Bangers and mash with onion gravy is traditional Irish pub fare, and is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. Bangers are sausages so named after World War I when sausages tended to have a high water content to compensate for meat shortages.
Bangers & Mash
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British Breakfast Sausage
British Breakfast Sausage is different from American sausage in that it generally contains “rusk” or breadcrumbs along with water or stock. These two ingredients, along with the processing, produce a fine textured sausage that I always look forward to when I visit the UK and Ireland.
Irish Breakfast Sausage
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Irish Boxty with Smoked Salmon
Boxty is a traditional Irish pancake. It is often made with a combination of mashed potatoes and raw grated potatoes mixed with flour, milk, and egg.
Boxty with Smoked Salmon
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Make Ahead Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie is a traditional staple of Irish cooking. It’s easy to make, and incredibly tasty. Shepherd’s Pie can be made ahead and frozen for an anytime meal. In fact, I typically have several in the freezer for those evenings when I don’t feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
Shepherd’s Pie
So grab your green, turn on some Irish tunes, and get ready to feast like the Irish! No matter how you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, these recipes will bring a taste of the Emerald Isle to your table.
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