Here are some delicious recipes for celebrating St. Patrick's Day. Some are traditional, some are more modern, but all of them are definitely Irish.
1. Mac's Pub Irish Stew
Chronicle Books
Here is a real Irish stew straight from Ireland. Mac's Pub in County Clare is one of the most traditional eateries with a history dating back to the 18th century.
2. Boxty: Irish Potato Cakes with Sour Cream Sauce
U.S. Potato Board
Boxty is a traditional Irish potato pancake. It's so popular in some regions of Ireland that it is associated with the old rhyme, "Boxty on the griddle, boxty in the pan, if you can't make boxty, you'll never get a man." Potato cakes make a wonderful starter or party appetizer. They also work well at brunch time.
3. Chocolate Stout Cake
Chocolate and stout are great combination, so why not put them together in a cake? Chocolate stout, of course, is perfect for this recipe but any stout will do. Eat plain or dust the finished cake with powdered sugar or for a real treat, drizzle with the chocolate drizzle suggested below. This cake will keep for several days and is great for gift giving.4. Baileys Chocolate Pots de Creme
Pot de creme (pronounced poh duh KREHM) is a traditional French dessert that consists of a rich, creamy custard cooked and served in small pots. The classic flavoring is vanilla but here we will be adding chocolate and Baileys for an Irish twist.5. Rack Of Lamb With Mustard & Herb Crust On Sauteed Vegetables
Zlatko Kostic
Who knows more about cooking lamb than the Irish? Here's a wonderful recipe for roasted lamb from Ashford Castle in Cong, County Mayo. Ashford Castle is one of the most luxurious castle-hotels in Ireland.
6. Monks Famous Seafood Chowder
Monks Bar and Restaurant is a famous Irish landmark in the village of Ballyvaughan, in County Clare, located in the West of Ireland. The Seafood Chowder is their signature dish.
7. Guinness Black and White Chocolate Mousse
Guinness is a wonderful complement to chocolate. This creamy dessert is served at The Guinness Storehouse, at St. James's Gate in Dublin. The Guinness Storehouse is currently Ireland's number-one international visitor attraction.
8. It Ain't Easy Being Green - Vodka Cocktail
360Vodka
Here's a very delicious cocktail for St. Patrick's Day. Sweet and creamy, chocolate liqueur combined with vodka and mint makes for a wonderful Irish-themed treat.
