Whether you're feeling the luck of the Irish or just look great in green, St. Patrick's Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate the last few days of winter and welcome in a new spring. From a healthy green smoothie to power you up for a stout-fueled night out to hearty comfort food picks to share with the family, we've got a few dishes to add to the St. Paddy’s Day festivities. Keep family and friends entertained with these recipes for St. Patrick’s Day!
SLOW COOKER CORNED BEEF AND CABBAGE
This hearty set-it-and-forget-it meal is perfect to warm you up on one of those blustery early spring days. Made with velvety, fall-apart green cabbage, tender brisket, and stewed veggies, this iconic dish is a St. Patrick’s Day staple for good reason!
PRESSURE COOKER STOUT BEEF STEW
Use your multicooker to get a batch of the most flavorful stout beef stew in about one-third of the time it would take to make it on the stove. No one will be able to resist the tender cubes of beef chuck, potatoes, carrots, onions, and sweet Birds Eye® Sweet Peas.
CHEESY BEEF SHEPHERD’S PIE
You’ve had shepherd’s pie with mashed potatoes on top—but have you had shepherd’s pie with *cheesy* mashed potatoes on top? Top off a hearty layer of spiced ground beef and Birds Eye® Mixed Vegetables with a batch of gooey, cheddar-packed mashed potatoes and you’ll feel like you struck gold.
GREEN PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
Need to fuel up for a late night out? Start off the festivities on a lucky foot with a protein-packed smoothie, made with leafy greens, pineapple, mango, apple, and a little Reddi-wip® Non-Dairy to top.
Balsamic Steak Salad with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Beets
For an entrée with a little more substance, serve this steak salad assembled from a colorful mix of beets, Brussels sprouts, leek, and Boston lettuce. The steak marinade is a snap to make with Wish-Bone® Balsamic Vinaigrette and garlic. With a dish this easy, you'll have plenty of time to pick out your favorite green garb before dinner.
Irish Soda Bread
Irish Soda Bread is one of the easiest ways to dip your toe into breadmaking! It’s an Emerald Isle classic, made with just a few simple ingredients that bake up into a beautifully hearty loaf. Break off a big chunk and try with some butter, or serve it with corned beef and cabbage for a true St. Patrick’s Day feast.
Rockin' Guacamole Sweet Potato Bites
With sweet potatoes, avocado, and bacon, these bites are bursting with flavor. They make a great snack or appetizer to bring to your St. Paddy’s party, and they're a breeze to whip up. Using Ro*Tel® Original, you can make your own homemade guacamole for a festive topper. This dish is so simple, the hardest part will be grabbing one before they’re all gone!
Mint Chocolate Chip Pretzels
For a final bite at the end of the night, it doesn't get much more festive than these crunchy sweets. The white chocolate and peppermint flavors in the dip pair perfectly with the salty Glutino® Pretzel Twists. Add a few extra chocolate chips for the proverbial cherry on top. Prepare them ahead of time and leave them in the refrigerator until dessert or have them out for snacking anytime of the day. Want even more sweet St. Patrick’s Day recipes? Check out more of our favorite festive desserts to take you over the rainbow. Sláinte!