Published: by Genevieve Morrison · This post may contain affiliate links
You’ll find cozy St. Patrick’s Day stews, meat pies, corned beef and plenty of Guinnessy sauces and hearty, heart-warming recipes in this post. Both traditional recipes and creative spins on ingredients that will delight your families and friends, and leave you feeling full and loved – exactly what cozy Irish food is supposed to do.
One of my happiest memories of all, was sitting with my family in a pub in the Ring of Kerry, eating a shepherd’s pie, followed by an Irish coffee – coffee with whisky and fresh cream on top, and looking over the misty, green hills out the window. It was so chilly and damp, and that meal was the coziest experience I ever had.
Here are 10, delicious, cozy Irish recipes from me, and some of my friends, to share with your family on St. Patrick’s Day.
1. Red Wine Shepherd’s Pie
Red Wine Shepherd’s Pie
This easy shepherd's pie with red wine is such a cozy, heart warming dinner that serves at least 6-8 and even makes a fantastic freezer meal! With lamb, carrots, onions, mushrooms, peas, a decadent red wine sauce and topped with crispy, baked Yukon gold mashed potatoes, it's a perfectly filling, perfectly delicious, perfectly easy recipe for a crowd!
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2. One Pot Irish Stout Braised Chicken Thighs
One Pot Irish Stout Braised Chicken Thighs
This simple Irish inspired meal is filled with bright green escarole and peas and is seasoned with caraway seed to complement the maltiness of the rich gravy. And did I mention the bacon?
3. Guinness & Mushroom Cottage Puff Pastry Meat Pie
Guinness & Mushroom Cottage Puff Pastry Meat Pie
There is no better way to celebrate March than with this amazing rustic Guinness Beef and Mushroom Cottage Pie. This puff pastry meat pie is packed full of veggies, tender beef and simmered in the most delicious Guinness beer gravy.
4. Cauliflower & Kale Potato Hash
Cauliflower and Kale Potato Hash
This cauliflower and kale potato hash recipe is such an earthy, crispy, hearty breakfast side dish. Absolutely perfect for a St. Patrick’s Day breakfast with its Yukon gold yellow potatoes and sautéed kale.
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5. Healthy Guinness Beef Stew
Healthy Guinness Beef Stew
It isn’t St. Patrick’s Day without Guinness beef stew. This healthier recipe is loaded with veggies yet still loaded with traditional flavors.
6. Dump and Start Instant Pot Irish Chicken Stew
Dump And Start Instant Pot Irish Chicken Stew
This hearty Dump and Start Instant Pot Chicken Stew recipe is full of pantry staples and super quick to make thanks to the InstantPot.
7. Bourbon Glazed Corned Beef Brisket
Bourbon Glazed Corned Beef Brisket
Southern take on a St. Patrick’s day classic – glazed corned beef brisket is basted with bourbon, orange juice, whole grain mustard and brown sugar.
8. Instant Pot Irish Lamb Stew
Instant Pot Irish Lamb Stew
Hearty, cozy, and oh so delicious, this Instant Pot Irish Lamb Stew is a perfect one pot dinner! And because it’s so simple to make, it’s great for a weeknight dinner or your St. Patrick’s Day celebration
9. Beef & Guinness Cottage Pie
Beef & Guinness Cottage Pie
Originating back in England in the 18th century, a cottage pie was any kind of pie that was topped with mash potatoes, although it’s become a truly Irish dish as well. This cottage pie is made with minced beef, veggies, a Guinness sauce and topped with cheesy mashed potatoes.
10. Guinness Irish Beef Stew with Sweet Potato Colcannon
Guinness Irish Beef Stew with Sweet Potato Colcannon
This Guinness Irish Beef Stew recipe made with Guinness Draught Stout has the rich flavor you expect from braising in dark beer without a hint of bitterness.
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