14 Easy Irish Pub Recipes for St. Patrick's Day

Whether you're a staunch celebrator of St. Patrick's day or just like the excuse to grab a pint and wear some green, these 14 Irish recipes are here to bring that authentic feeling, no matter where you are. From beef (or lamb!) stew to get-your-greens colcannon, enjoy these recipes and happy St. Paddy's Day!

Irish Beef Stew

"I thickened the sauce a little bit by grating in a small potato when putting in the other potato pieces. It turned out perfect - so much better than other stew recipes that use starch! We will definitely be using this recipe again, thank you so much!" —Barbara, Simply Recipes Reader

Colcannon

"For a variation, sub out half of the potatoes with parsnips. Can add chives, leeks, or bacon too." —Elise

Irish Brown Bread

"Don't skip the final step of turning the loaf out of the pan and setting it directly on the oven rack to bake for a few minutes longer. This ensures you will obtain the characteristic thick crust that is the hallmark of this bread." —Sally Vargas, Simply Recipes Contributor

Classic Corned Beef and Cabbage

"Corned beef often comes with a spice packet. For this version, I discard the packaged spices, and instead make my own blend for a more flavorful, satisfying brisket." —Sally

Irish Boxty

"To lean into the savory side and give more flavor to your potato pancakes, add some sliced scallions and/or grated cheddar cheese to the batter." —Devan Grimsrud, Simply Recipes Contributor

Potato Cheddar Guinness Soup

"Ireland produces some of the best sharp cheddar cheeses out there. So if you have access to Irish sharp cheddar, by all means use it! You might not need to use as much as is called for in this recipe. Maybe 4 ounces instead of 6." —Elise

Irish Soda Bread

"There are only a few ingredients in this soda bread recipe, so it's best if made with real buttermilk. However, there are a few buttermilk substitutions that work well and will still react with the baking soda to make the bread rise. Kefir works especially well, or you can thin yogurt to the consistency of buttermilk using plain milk." —Elise

Irish Lamb Stew with Bacon

"Cook the lamb pieces bone-in for better flavor, especially if using water instead of lamb stock. If you want, remove the bones before serving." —Elise Bauer, Simply Recipes Founder

Corned Beef and Cabbage

"when buying corned beef you have a choice between "flat cut" and "point cut." Either cut will work with these methods." —Elise

Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew

"Like many stews, this one is actually better the second day (and even better the third day). Leftovers can be stored for up to five days or so, and can be gently reheated on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave." —Elise

Colcannon Cakes

"You can also add some chopped fresh parsley to the colcannon mix." —Elise

Caraway Soda Bread

"They key to a tender loaf? Just work the dough barely enough to bring it together. It looks like a sheep-doggy shaggy mess, but it bakes up beautifully." —Elise

Easy Shepherd's Pie

"For a cheesy version, sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes before baking." —Elise

Guinness Bread with Molasses

"Do not use hoppy beers for this recipe, such as a Pale Ale, as the bitterness will taste odd to you, unless, of course, you are into serious bitterness." —Hank Shaw, Simply Recipes Contributor