25 Perfect St. Patrick's Day Recipes

Two Irish favorites come together in this hybrid comfort food. The mashed potato-and-cabbage dish known as colcannon tops a traditional shepherd's pie filling of ground lamb and plenty of peas and carrots.

We've translated the flavors of Irish soda bread into irresistible drop scones chock-full of dried currants and caraway seeds. The best part? They're quick and easy enough to bake on a weekday morning.

Who needs four-leaf clovers when you have these treats? Chocolate cupcakes, mixed with Guinness beer and topped with four-leaf clovers (heart-shaped almond candies, plus a sliver of sugared lime zest), fulfill their sweet promise: Take a bite and you'll feel supremely fortunate.

Whiskey-spiked coffee is a must for St. Patrick's Day. We like this version that's sweetened with maple syrup. 

A corned beef supper makes a glorious Irish feast. This one calls on turnips, potatoes, and carrots to round out the meal.

Why not serve this classic comfort food from across the pond on St. Patrick's Day? An umami-packed onion gravy rounds out the flavors of the juicy sausages and cheesy mashed potatoes.

Molasses, hard cider, and wholemeal flour set this bakery-worthy yeast bread apart. Slather slices with good Irish butter and sprinkle with sea salt to really make it shine.

Looking for an easy, elegant St. Patrick's Day starter? Serve this no-cook, make-ahead cold soup that offers a taste of early spring.

Dark stout deepens the flavor of the rich beef-and-vegetable stew filling in this superb savory pie. It's topped with a flaky, golden Irish-cheddar crust.

The key to super flavorful lamb? Getting a nice sear on it before braising. Serve with store-bought tomato jam or fruit chutney alongside our Simple Watercress Salad and Roasted Root Vegetables and Leeks.

Quicker, easier, and dare we say more delicious than the original, this Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage just might become your go-to recipe.

Add some green and crunch to the table with a selection of lightly blanched asparagus, cauliflower, and snap peas as well as raw produce such as celery and sliced cucumbers. The green goddess dip features creamy avocado, buttermilk, and finely chopped herbs.

A truly decadent way to end your St. Patrick's Day meal, this cream liqueur takes just five minutes to make but will delight and be the topic of conversation for weeks to come. It layers an Irish whiskey base with delicious flavorings, including cocoa powder, espresso powder, and vanilla.

Here's everything you love about Irish coffee in one spectacular treat. Freshly ground coffee amps up an otherwise classic blondie batter, while whiskey adds extra oomph to the sugar glaze.

This comforting stew is made festive by a pop of green and a generous glug of stout. Make a double batch and freeze for a rainy spring day.

This traditional bread, studded with caraway seeds and raisins, makes a delicious St. Patrick's Day breakfast or a fine accompaniment to dinner. Our pre-portioned version makes sharing easy.

We've tried quite a few soda bread recipes over the years. This version, made with sour cream and topped with rolled oats, ranks among the best.

What's better than coffee spiked with whiskey? Espresso-infused cupcakes topped with billowy, whiskey-kissed whipped-cream frosting. Bottoms up.

No, it's not the crispy, pan-fried strips you're used to, but one bite of this porky dinner will have you hooked.

Beef, be it corned, stewed, or roasted, is an Irish menu mainstay. These hand pies give it a playful, portable and altogether delicious twist.

Eggnog isn't just for Christmas. Serve this stout version with freshly whipped cream and chocolate shavings as a St. Patrick's Day party treat.

Col-whatton? This traditional side marries mashed potatoes with fall-apart-tender cabbage and leeks. Prepare to battle it out for the broiled, buttery crust.

You don't need your own flock to appreciate this traditional pub favorite. Even better: Both the filling and the topping can be made ahead. Use ground lamb to make it a true shepherd's pie; using beef turns it into a cottage pie.

For a St. Patrick's Day-themed treat, sprinkle a little luck on your sugar cookies.