ST. Patrick’s Day

This has become a St. Patrick’s Day tradition in our house. The kids love it, and so do I. Ingredients 2 cups vanilla ice cream 1 1/4 cups milk 1/4 teaspoon mint extract, or more to taste 9 drops green food coloring 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup, or to taste (optional) 2 tablespoons whipped cream, or…

Nutrient-rich kale is hidden in this delicious banana smoothie. . . perfect for those of us who have a hard time getting our daily dose of veggies! Ingredients 1 banana 2 cups chopped kale 1/2 cup light unsweetened soy milk 1 tablespoon flax seeds 1 teaspoon maple syrup Directions Place the banana, kale, soy milk,…

This is one of our favorite dishes during Lent. This recipe can be made ahead and then kept warm in the oven for 20 minutes. Being Irish and German, I make potato pancakes both ways. Serve with sour cream, applesauce, and/or ranch dressing. The kids love the ranch dressing. Ingredients 1 cup prepared mashed potatoes…

One bowl, mix, bake for 20 minutes, and you have tasty muffins! Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup raisins 1/2 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons white sugar 1 tablespoon caraway seeds 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 3/4 cups buttermilk 1 egg 1/4 cup butter, melted Directions Preheat…

A delicious and easy recipe. Ingredients 1/2 cup white sugar 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups raisins 1 tablespoon caraway seeds 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/4 cups buttermilk 1 cup sour cream Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease…

Soda bread dough is flattened into a round circle, and divided into farls meaning 4 parts. It is then cooked on a dry griddle or pan. Traditionally this was the quickest way to make soda bread for unexpected guests who drop by for a bit of craic (good fun). It’s best eaten fresh with butter…

I purposely cook a whole corned beef just to make hash. There’s nothing like the taste of fresh versus canned hash. This is also good for leftover St. Paddy’s Day corned beef. I throw the carrot in for color, claiming it’s the Leprechaun’s gold. Serve with fried eggs and brown soda bread (farls). Ingredients 2…

Even with just one layer of filling in the middle of this strata, you’ll be looking at a gorgeous casserole which should thoroughly impress your brunch guests . . . bottomless Mimosas or no. Ingredients 1 tablespoon bacon grease 1 (1 pound) loaf day-old bread, cubed 12 large eggs 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon…

Spinach, eggs, and corned beef hash make for a great omelet! Ingredients 2 eggs 2 cups loosely packed fresh spinach 1 cup corned beef hash (such as Hormel(R) Mary Kitchen(R)) freshly ground black pepper to taste cooking spray 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste Directions Combine eggs and spinach in a blender. Blend…

You could face anything after this hearty breakfast of eggs, mushrooms and tomatoes fried with bacon and butter. Slices of Irish soda bread are grilled in the skillet and served on the side. Ingredients 6 thick slices bacon 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 4 eggs 2 small tomatoes, sliced 1 1/2 cups whole mushrooms 4…