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March 16, 2022 A Sweet St. Patrick’s Day (Culinary.net) Even if you're not Irish, a green treat like this 1/4 teaspoon mint extract To make frosting: In bowl of stand mixer, whisk remaining Luck o’ the Irish Mint Pie can get you and your guests into the fes- 1 bag mint chocolate candies, chopped, divided heavy cream and remaining powdered sugar. Add remaining va~ tive spirit. With enough seasonal flavor to go around, this recipe 2 chocolate cookie crusts (9 inches each) nilla extract and mix until stiff peaks form. makes two pies, so be sure to cut every leprechaun a generous 1 bag mint chocolate candies portion. To make filling: In bowl of stand mixer, whisk 2 1/2 cups heavy Pour filling into crusts and smooth tops. Find more festive recipes at Culinary.net. cream until stiff peaks form. Transfer to bowl. Fill decorating bag with frosting and pipe thick band around Luck o’ the Irish Mint Pie In separate stand mixer bowl, beat cream cheese on high 2 min- edges ofpies. Then pipe circle dollops evenly around edges of pies. Makes: 2 pies (9 inches each) utes. Gradually add 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar and green food coloring; mix until smooth. Add 1/4 teaspoon vanilla and mint Scatter 1 cup chopped mint chocolate candies in middle ofpies. 3.3/4 cups heavy whipped cream, divided extract; mix well. Place whole mint chocolate candies into each dollop of frosting 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 11/4 cups, plus 2 tablespoons, powdered sugar, divided Fold prepared whipped cream into cream cheese mixture. Fold around edges of pies. 5 drops green food coloring 1 cup chopped mint chocolate candies into filling. 11/4 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided Refrigerate until firm, 5-6 hours. Lucky Shamrock Cookies (Culinary.net) It’s your lucky day because you don’t have to search for the pot of gold under the rainbow for this winning recipe. Throw out the old Irish classics and sweeten things up this year with some mint chocolate chip fun. If you're in a crunch for St. Patrick’s Day and need something glowing with green, here is a dessert that is sure to have everyone coming back for seconds (and more). ‘These Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies are as green as four-leaf clovers and have delicious chocolate chips mixed throughout for some extra sweet flavor. Served beside a big glass of milk, they are perfect treats for any St. Patrick's Day party or virtual gathering. To start the recipe, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt ina large mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, add butter, sugar, eggs, green food coloring and peppermint extract for that crisp mint flavor. Beat with a hand mixture and combine the ingredients in both bowls together. Add chocolate chips to the mixed cookie batter. Scoop onto a baking sheet and bake at 375 F for 11-24 minutes until the edges of the cookies are light brown. Cool on a wire rack before devour- ing. With so much mixing and scooping to be done, this is a great recipe for kids to get involved in the kitchen, too. One of the best parts is the eye-catching color. Watch children’s smiling little fac- es as the batter turns from light brown to dark green for a price- less reaction. After being perfectly baked, these cookies are bright, fun and will be the hit of any celebration. Soft in the middle, a little crisp on the edges and as green as can be. You can’t ask for much more on St. Patrick's Day. Find more recipes, celebration ideas and dessert favorites for every occasion at Culinary.net. Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies Servings: 24-32 21/2 cups flour Make Your St. Patrick’s Day Spread Green with Envy 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, softened (Culinary.net) Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with Yield: 8 sandwiches 11/4 cups sugar easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color ofthe fes- 2 eggs tivities. These open-faced noshes can be perfect for lunch, snack 8 ounces plain cream cheese spread, softened 30 drops green food coloring ‘ime or even as an appetizer for get-togethers with friends and 1 cupSinely shredded mozzarella cheese 1 _ teaspoon peppermint extract family. salt 4 English muffins 1 __ package (12 ounces) chocolate chips Layered with a smooth cream cheese and mozzarella mixture 24 slices cucumber then topped with crisp cucumber and a stem of green bell pep- 8 _ thinslices green pepper Heat oven to 375 E per, these St. Patrick’s Day Sandwiches are easy and cute, which fresh cilantro leaves makes thema fan favorite at nearly any green gathering. They're lemon juice also sprinkled with lemon juice to add a little acidity and create lemon slices, for garnish (optional) In large bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt until blended. Set anice, light bite. aside. In bowl, mix cream cheese spread, mozzarella cheese and salt Plus, this recipe is quick to make. When you're in a rush to get well. In medium bowl, beat butter and sugar until combined. Add everything on the table for the party, it's easy to throw together eggs, food coloring and peppermint extract; beat until combined. and get on the platter in next to no time. Split English muffins in half, Cut each muffin half into sham- rock shape. ‘The sandwiches pop off the plate with their bright, seasonal Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; beat until combined. garnishes. While sure to attract attention and have your loved Spread cheese mixture over each muffin half. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto bak- ones asking “Where did you get this idea?” they're also an easy ing sheet. way to sneak a few vegetables into your kids’ diets. Place three cucumbers on each “shamrock,” one on each “leaf.” Use green pepper slice as stem. Place cilantro leaf on top of each Bake 11-14 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned. For more festive recipes and ideas at Culinary.net. sandwich. Sprinkle sandwiches with lemon juice and add lemon slices, St. Patrick's Day Sandwiches for garnish, if desired. Cool on wire racks.