8 St. Patrick's Day Recipe Ideas

MARCH 16, 2017  /  MAUREEN WITMER  / 

I am taking a meal to a friend this Friday, March 17. I usually have trouble deciding what to make so when my meal is on or around a holiday I rejoice. It's fun to come up with recipe ideas around a theme, in this case, St. Patrick's Day.

Here are some recipe ideas for your consideration this week, some colorful, others more traditional Irish fare, but all festive and delicious. Have a shamrockin' good meal and enjoy celebrating St. Patty's Day with your family and/or friends!

Meal Ideas -

Pea and Pesto Pasta - This green meal is one of my family's favorites! Buy pre-made pesto to make this dish even more simple to prepare.

Irish Beef Stew

Easy Irish Soda Bread

Traditional Shepherd's Pie
If you're looking for a vegan option, we have a yummy recipe on our recipe page.

Dessert Ideas -

Irish Potato Candy - How cute are these?!

Pot of Gold

Shamrock Cream Cheese Cookies

Irish Apple Cake with Custard

Read other recent articles by Maureen Witmer:

• Bring Them A Baked Potato Bar
• Chili Recipes for Chilly Winter Days
• Giving the Gift of Food this Holiday Season 2021
• Favorite Fall Soups
• Caring for Those in Quarantine
• Click here to read all articles written by Maureen Witmer

Adina & Maureen

Welcome! We're thrilled you stopped by. Our own joys and sorrows have taught us that a well-timed meal delivered by a friend is one of the best gifts imaginable. In this space, we share our favorite recipes to take to friends, meal-taking tips, and other ways to care for those who are dear to you.

Helpful Posts

• Top 13 Ministry Meals
• Meaningful Items in a Difficult Time
• 10 Tips for Taking Meals to Friends with Cancer
• Top 10 Freezer Meals to Take to Others
• When Taking Meals Isn't Your Thing
• 10 Easy Meal Ideas

Recent Posts...

• The Email that Changed Everything!  (1/7/2025)
• How to Easily Extend a Meal Schedule!  (12/31/2024)
• Fun Ways To Celebrate New Year's Eve At Home  (12/24/2024)
• Last-Minute Easy and Fun Neighbor Gifts  (12/17/2024)
• Savoring the Season with Simple Meals  (12/10/2024)
• Only a Few Days Left to Order our Engraved Spoons!  (12/5/2024)
• Our Engraved Spoons Make the Perfect Holiday Gift!  (12/3/2024)

Coordinating a meal for a group? Try PerfectPotluck.com!