St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

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For this blog we will be sharing gluten-free recipes for St. Patrick’s Day! Everyone should be able to enjoy quality food regardless of dietary restriction. 🍀 St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and whether you’re Irish or not, it’s a fantastic occasion to embrace the spirit of joy, celebration, and of course, delicious food! If you’re gluten-free, you may be wondering how you can enjoy the traditional dishes for this holiday without the gluten. Have no worries, we’ve got you covered! 

💚 Gluten-Free Irish Soda Bread 

Irish soda bread is a staple St. Patrick’s Day treat and you don’t have to miss out just because you are eating gluten-free. This version is delicious and perfect for soaking up butter jam, or stew. 

Ingredients 

– 2 cups gluten-free flour 

– 1 tsp baking soda 

– ½ tsp salt 

– 1 tbsp sugar 

– 1 ½ cups buttermilk

– 1 egg

– 1 tbsp melted butter 

Directions 

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees, line baking sheet with parchment paper 
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt
3. Whisk buttermilk and egg in a separate bowl
4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms 
5. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place onto baking sheet 
6. Cut an “x” shape on top of the dough with a knife
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bread sounds hollow, let cool before slicing

💚 Gluten-Free Shepherd’s Pie 

Rich, comforting dish that is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. 

Ingredients

– 1 lb ground lamb or beef 

– 1 onion, finely chopped 

– 2 carrots, diced 

– 2 cloves garlic, minced

– ½ cup frozen peas 

– 2 tbsp tomato paste 

– 1 cup beef broth 

– 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce ( ensure gluten-free) 

– 4 cups mashed potatoes 

– salt and pepper, to taste

Directions 

1. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat and chop up carrots and onion, then cooked until softened (around 5 minutes)
2. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, pea, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Let simmer for 10 minutes, add salt and pepper to taste
3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees, transfer meat mixture to a baking dish spreading it evenly 
4. Spoon mashed potatoes on top, covering meat mixture evenly 
5. Bake for 20 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crisp. Let cool slightly before serving

💚 Mint-Chocolate Brownies 

Ingredients 

For the brownies

– ⅓ cup cornstarch 

– ¼ cup cocoa powder

– ½ tsp fine sea salt

– 1 10 oz pack of Andes Baking Chips 

– ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 

– 6 tbsp unsalted butter (cut into pieces) 

– ¾ cup granulated sugar 

– 3 large eggs

– 1 tsp vanilla 

For the Mint Buttercream 

– ½ cup butter softened 

– 2 cup powdered sugar

– 1 tsp peppermint extract

– 3-5 drops of green food dye (optional) 

– 2 tbsp milk or heavy cream 

For the Chocolate Ganache 

– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 

– 4 tbsp butter 

– ¼ cup heavy cream 

Instructions 

1. Preheat the oven to 350 and line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper. 
2. In a large microwave safe bowl, add Andes baking chips, chocolate chips, and butter. Melt then stir and melt until all the chocolate is melted. 
3. While chocolate is melting, whisk together cornstarch salt, and cocoa powder into a small bowl and set aside.
4. When chocolate is melted, stir in sugar until incorporated. Mix in vanilla, add eggs and stir. 
5. Stir in dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Transfer batter to baking dish, spread evenly and bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes. 
6. When brownies have cooled, prepare frosting. Beat butter at medium speed in a bowl, sift in powdered sugar and beat on low speed. Once sugar is incorporated, turn the speed to medium and beat for 3 minutes. Add peppermint, food coloring, milk and beat for an additional minute. 
7. Spread buttercream in even layers over cooled brownies. 
8. Prepare chocolate ganache by melting chocolate chips and butter together in the microwave. Stir in heavy cream until combined and pour over buttercream, let sit for 30-60 minutes before cutting up brownies to fully let ganache set up. 

💚 Luck of the Irish Shake

Ingredients 

– 2 dates, pitted

– 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 

– 1 avocado 

– 1 cup spinach

– ½ cup ice cubes

– ½ tsp peppermint extract or 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves

Instructions 

– Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. If you would like to make the shake a thinner consistency, add more ice cubes. 

Just because you are gluten-free does not mean you have to miss out on fun and flavor. We hope that these recipes will help you create festive and delicious memories that everyone can enjoy. From traditional Irish food to festive favorites, celebrate with confidence that your food is safe and delicious!🍀

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