Ah, St. Patrick’s Day – the one day of the year where you can run up to strangers and say, “Kiss me, I’m Irish” and it’s not weird at all.
Just kidding, it is, but at least on March 17 it’s a little more acceptable.
If you’ve ever attended a St. Paddy’s Day party, you know you’re bound to encounter this exact scenario, or something quite similar. In fact, there are actually five types of people you can expect to meet on the Irish holiday, besides the smoocher. This includes the over-enthusiastic folks who think they’re Irish (they’re not) and the dedicated few who skip out on work just to get day drunk.
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St. Patrick's Day Recipes
Colcannon Puffs(01 of37)
These are a fun take on colcannon, the traditional Irish dish of mashed potatoes mixed with cabbage or kale. They’re also a good way to use up leftover potatoes. Get the recipe from Fat Free Vegan here.
Mint Chocolate Smoothie(02 of37)
Do you wait for the return of the green McDonald’s shake the way some people watch for the pumpkin spice latte in the fall? Then you might just love this healthier homemade version, made with coconut milk. Get the recipe from Peanut Butter And Peppers here.
Zucchini Pasta with cauliflower Alfredo(03 of37)
Zoodles, or spiral-cut zucchini noodles, are an easy and healthy way to add some green to your meal on St. Patrick’s Day. Get the recipe here from Jo And Sue here.
Surprise-Inside St. Paddy’s Cupcakes(04 of37)
These cupcakes are fun enough on their own, topped with a generous helping of green frosting. Get the recipe from Betty Crocker here.
Corned Beef Sliders(05 of37)
Corned beef is an Irish classic, which makes them perfect for the holiday. Add a shot of green with shredded cabbage, and serve them on soda bread buns with Guinness mustard. Get the recipe from City Social Food here.
Creamy Lime Squares(06 of37)
Lime isn't really a taste that makes you think of Ireland, but the bright green colour of this refreshing dessert fits right in. Get the recipe from Eat Live Run here.
Lucky Charms Pancakes(07 of37)
Green pancakes covered in colourful marshmallows aren't a great everyday option for breakfast, but they’re also a fun way to fill your belly before the St. Patrick’s Day parade. Get the recipe from Betty Crocker here.
Champagne Mojito(08 of37)
To add a touch of elegance to your St. Patrick’s dinner, try this bubbly champagne cocktail, which has a shot of green thanks to fresh mint. Get the recipe from Strudel And Cream here.
Irish Potato Pancakes(09 of37)
If those Lucky Charms pancakes are a bit too sweet, try these pancakes with some sour cream or applesauce. Add a touch of green with sliced chives, or go all out and put a few drops of green food colouring in the mix. Get the recipe from Foodista here.
Thin Mint Truffles(10 of37)
Have too many of those delicious minty Girl Guide cookies? That doesn’t actually sound like a problem to us, but if you want something else to do with them, these simple truffles are a solid solution. Get the recipe from The Recipe Critic here.
Shepherd's Pie Pockets(11 of37)
These meat-filled pies are perfect for a St. Paddy’s lunch. Get the recipe from Real Food By Dad here.
Mint Chocolate Brownies(12 of37)
More mint? Yes, but it pairs so perfectly with chocolate. Get the recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction here.
Shamrock Chips(13 of37)
Here’s a simple appetizer idea: get spinach tortillas and a shamrock-shaped cookie cutter, and use the two to make simple baked tortilla chips to dip in sour cream. Get the recipe Zakka Life here.
Green Crinkle Cookies(14 of37)
These cookies with the cracked tops are a holiday favourite, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying them in January. They’re perfect for March 17 when made with green food colouring and optional mint flavouring. Get the recipe from 52 Ways To Cook here.
Green Deviled Eggs(15 of37)
If you can make regular deviled eggs, you can make these (the only question is, will you want to?). The only difference is the addition of green food colouring. Get the recipe from Food Jimoto here.
Green Velvet Cheesecake(16 of37)
The red version is the classic, but this green take is perfect for the holiday. Get the recipe from Recipe Girl here.
Kale Chips(17 of37)
OK, kale chips are close to becoming cliche. But that doesn't change the fact that they provide an always-welcome crunch to a booze-heavy supper. Try to customize them with different vinegars, salts, and seasonings. Get the recipe from David Lebovitz here.
1. You're Irish(18 of37)
2. You're not Irish(19 of37)
3. You've been to Ireland(20 of37)
4. You've never been to Ireland(21 of37)
5. You've been to Ireland, but you don't remember it(22 of37)
6. You have a deep and thorough understanding of St Patrick and his teachings(23 of37)
7. You know nothing about St Patrick, but you hate snakes(24 of37)
8. You look good in green(25 of37)
9. You like 'Once'(26 of37)
10. You grudgingly like 'Riverdance'(27 of37)
11. You know all the words to 'Danny Boy'(28 of37)
12. You know all the words to 'My Lovely Horse'(29 of37)
13. You fancy the Corrs. Any of them. All of them. Even the fella.(30 of37)
14. You firmly believe that Johnny Logan's 'What's Another Year?' was the best Eurovision Song Contest winner of all time(31 of37)
15. You've seen a leprechaun(32 of37)
16. You've yet to see a leprechaun(33 of37)
17. You like dressing up like a leprechaun(34 of37)
18. You like dressing up(35 of37)
19. You like drinking Guinness(36 of37)
20. You like drinking(37 of37)