28 Hearty St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast Recipes

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28 Hearty St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast Recipes1/28 Corned Beef Hash and Eggs 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Corned Beef Hash and Eggs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sunday breakfasts have always been special in our house. It’s fun to get in the kitchen and cook with the kids. No matter how many new recipes we try, the kids always rate this No. 1! —Rick Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 442 calories, 30g fat (6g saturated fat), 242mg cholesterol, 895mg

sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein

sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. This hearty skillet hash starts with frozen cubed potatoes, which make prep a breeze. The eggs are cracked into a skillet and baked to your desired level of doneness. For jammy or slightly runny yolks, bake the eggs until the egg whites are set but still a little jiggly, as the eggs will continue to cook after coming out of the oven. Get a jump on this hash by learning how to make baked corned beef. 2/28 Irish Soda Bread 55 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Classic Irish Soda Bread Recipe photo

Irish soda bread is one of our favorite quick bread recipes

by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 45 min Servings 1 loaf (8 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This traditional Irish soda bread can be made with an assortment of mix-ins such as dried fruit and nuts, but I like it with a handful of raisins. —Gloria Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 210 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 463mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Irish soda bread is one of our favorite quick bread recipes. No yeast or rising is involved, so the bread has a

similar texture to scones or soft biscuits

similar texture to scones or soft biscuits. There are many versions of soda bread, but this recipe stays simple and classic with just a handful of raisins to flavor the buttery bread. You can enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, dinner or even dessert. 3/28 Irish Coffee 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Irish Coffee Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This Irish coffee lives up to its reputation as a relaxing after-dinner drink. Creme de menthe adds a colorful touch to the cream. —Taste

of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 203 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. I didn’t fully appreciate Irish coffee until I enjoyed a properly made one at an Irish bar in Manhattan on a frigid day. Now I know to make it with a smooth whiskey and a good-quality, strongly brewed coffee. The real key is to beat the heavy cream and create the right texture until the cream is thick enough to hold its form on the top of the coffee. 4/28 Bubble

I like to serve it with cold turkey and salad

and Squeak Test Kitchen Approved Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Each year at Christmas, I make sure I have leftovers to make this bubble and squeak on Boxing Day. I like to serve it with cold turkey and salad. This version can be made any time of year; it’s good served at brunch with sausages. I find it helpful to use an ice cream scoop to divide the potato mixture into portions before flattening them. —Tanya Aggett, Toronto, Ontario Nutrition

Facts: 2 patties: 227 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 239mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. “Bubble and squeak” may not be as descriptive as “crispy mashed potato and cabbage patties” (which is what they are), but the charm and fun of the name can’t be beaten. This recipe is a great way to use leftovers, so feel free to add bits of leftover meat, herbs or a sprinkle of cheddar cheese (preferably Irish, of course). 5/28 Hearty Slow-Cooker Breakfast Hash 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hearty Slow-Cooker Breakfast Hash Recipe photo by Taste

The hint of maple syrup makes it all feel extra-cozy

of Home Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 5 hours 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sweet and savory hash certainly won’t leave you hungry—the sausage, veggies and eggs will fill you up. The hint of maple syrup makes it all feel extra-cozy. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 446 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 212mg cholesterol, 911mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein. The slow cooker turns this hash into a mostly hands-off recipe. In addition to potatoes, this version also includes savory breakfast sausage and carrots

for color and sweetness

for color and sweetness. Don’t skip the end sprinkle of fresh dill, which brightens the taste and adds a festive pop of color. St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration of Irish culture through drinks, food and a whole lot of partying. Try this St. Patrick’s Day party food. The snacks, treats and—yes—drinks will keep the good luck flowing. 6/28 Reuben Brunch Bake 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Reuben Brunch Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this when I

wanted something different for a graduation brunch for two of our sons

wanted something different for a graduation brunch for two of our sons. When I realized I had most of the ingredients on hand for the Reuben dip I usually make, I decided to use them in a brunch casserole instead! Everyone asked for the recipe. —Janelle Reed, Merriam, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 290 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 232mg cholesterol, 787mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein. Corned beef is a St. Patrick’s Day staple, but you don’t have to wait until dinner to enjoy it. This baked egg casserole includes the classic flavors of

a Reuben sandwich: corned beef, sauerkraut and rye bread

a Reuben sandwich: corned beef, sauerkraut and rye bread. 7/28 Scones 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 45 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Making scones is shockingly simple. I learned how when my wife and I hosted an English tea, and I wish I’d tried my hand at it earlier! —Chuck Hinz, Parma, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 scone: 144 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Enjoying a freshly baked scone and

Of course, scones taste delightful for breakfast too

a hot pot of perfectly steeped tea is part of afternoon tea in Ireland—a tradition I brought to my home in New Jersey after living in Dublin. Of course, scones taste delightful for breakfast too. To keep them tender, don’t overwork the cold butter and stop cutting it into the flour when the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. 8/28 Mushroom Asparagus Quiche 76 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mushroom Asparagus Quiche Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Loads of asparagus pieces add color and

flavor to this hearty, creamy quiche

flavor to this hearty, creamy quiche. And its easy crescent roll crust means you’ll have dinner ready in a snap! —Sharon A. Fujita, Fontana, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 272 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 580mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein. This easy quiche leans into St. Patrick’s Day with its bright green filling, which is made with plenty of sauteed asparagus. The crust starts with refrigerated crescent dough, so you don’t have to worry about learning to make pie crust (unless you really want to). From breakfast to dinner and drinks to

dessert, get in the spirit with some green food for St. Patrick’s Day

dessert, get in the spirit with some green food for St. Patrick’s Day. 9/28 Reuben Bread Pudding 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Reuben Bread Pudding Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our Aunt Renee always brought this casserole to family picnics in Chicago. It became so popular that she started bringing two or three pans. I have also made it using dark rye bread or marbled rye, and ham instead of corned beef—all the variations are delicious! —Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona

Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 390 calories, 25g fat (10g saturated fat), 165mg cholesterol, 1295mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein. If you are familiar with only sweet bread pudding recipes, try a savory option like this Reuben sandwich-inspired one studded with corned beef. After assembling the casserole, you can bake it right away or let it sit for 20 to 30 minutes while preheating the oven so the bread pieces soak up the liquid. 10/28 Farmer’s Breakfast 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Farmer’s Breakfast Skillet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 20

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