I love St. Patrick’s Day! Maybe its because two of my grandparents were predominantly Irish, but mainly I think it’s because I love the story of St. Patrick. I love how God chose one man to forever change a nation. Patrick had an unbelievable life? Do you know his story? You can read all about it right here. Maybe print it off and read it to your kids or grand kids so that can know a really awesome God-story as well. I believe that biographies like these really bolster faith.
And then… there are so many fun recipes to make and enjoy on St. Patrick’s Day. Over the years, we have shared so many fun ones here on the Gingham Apron. I thought I’d round them up to give you some fresh inspiration this St. Patrick’s Day. (Plus, I find that my kids learn so much more and remember more about holidays or an important person when we discuss their life while making some fun food together!)
Irish Soda Breads
Original Irish Soda Bread– this bread doesn’t have yeast, so it’s no-knead and so easy!
Irish Soda Bread with Raisins– maybe you’d like to make the raisin version this year?
Or perhaps the Irish soda muffins would be a fun additional to your St. Patrick’s Day.
Fun Desserts!
Shamrock Shake– skip that trip to MacDonald’s and make it at home.
Pistachio Pudding Cake-this one is scrumptious and unique.
Creme De Menthe Cupcakes- creamy, minty, chocolaty.
St. Patrick’s Day Poke Cake- cool, refreshing, and so fun for kids.
A Traditional Irish Side Dish
Colcannon- warm mashed potatoes and cabbage.
We’ve Planned A Whole Meal For You!
A Complete St. Patrick’s Day Meal – My mom planned out an entire meal. Couldn’t be easier!
So, are there any special recipes that you make that I’ve missed? In what other ways do you celebrate. (Please do not tell me you dye your dog green. Ha!) Please share!
And I’ll leave you today with this verse because St. Patrick’s Day is really all about how God loved Patrick, and how Patrick in turn laid down his life for the Irish people.
John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
