The Wearin' O the Green

No school today for anyone here...teacher's meeting ~ so both our youngest son Jonathan (who is a junior in high school) and Mr. B were home...we spent the day at appointments and running errands, and I didn't get much of a post prepared. So...I thought I would share some of my vintage St. Patrick's Day post cards now, instead of waiting until the actual day...that way maybe you can actually use them this year! I will post my favorite now, and continue to add to the post throughout the day…

Sauté the brussels sprouts, add the pasta shells, butter, and water, and cook for 3 minutes. Then simply stir in some sharp Irish cheddar cheese, and you’re ready to eat!

Loaded Mashed Potato Pancakes - Cheddar Mashed Potato Pancakes

Learn how to make a dark chocolate cake from scratch with this delicious chocolate Guinness cake recipe! The cake layers are soaked in Guinness syrup and topped with rich chocolate ganache to create an unforgettable chocolate dessert.

For St. Patrick’s Day, here’s a gallery of some vintage holiday advertisements with a wee touch o’ the Irish.

Yes, that is Maureen O’Hara with a dog in a bowler hat and shamrock.

The day after Saint Patrick's Day, we have corned beef sandwiches on rye bread. Here's a collection of rye bread recipes for your Saint Patrick's Day leftovers.

Shamrock Shake Mini Cake

These Irish scones couldn't be more authentic! Easy to make with just a few basic ingredients. Such a treat served with jam and cream!

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one bowl fudgy whiskey chocolate cake - with irish cream chocolate ganache (and lucky charms marshmallows...) I howsweeteats.com

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Grab the recipe for this no-yeast cheddar chive savory irish soda bread! It's simple to whip up and delicious for snacks or a side.

Sheet Pan Corned Beef Sliders are a delicious, one-pan meal to make any night of the week! Let’s chat about sandwiches real quick. Do you love them or hate them? For me, I’d rather have a cheeseburger before a turkey sandwich. Something about eating cold deli meat between two pieces of bread just makes me feel …

Make this easy homemade shamrock shake recipe this St. Patrick's Day! A fun & frosty milkshake treat with a refreshing minty flavor.

There is no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than by breaking out some green, grabbing a Guinness and hitting up New York City streets. Check out these photos of the world's largest and oldest St. Paddy's parade in the world.