Take 3: St. Patrick’s Day Eats!

March 17, 2011

Posted 09/12

I may not be Irish, but my husband and son are so I would say I am by default, right? How are you celebrating? Teh story of St. Patrick is awesome, and I think he deserves at least some good party food or drink in his honor! Here are a few I found that I wanted to share with you!

Thanks to each and every one of you for your kind words, prayers, and support yesterday! It means the world to me, because I believe prayer is powerful! Also, a huge welcome to all the new readers this week! I hope to be able to keep in touch with you!

HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!!

P.S. I got to be a part of a very fun interview over on Amma’s Blog if you have the chance to come visit!

For the Candied Popcorn recipe, Read more below!

Green Candied Popcorn

via Skip to My Lou

4 quarts popped corn
1 1/2 Cups sugar
1/2 Cup light corn syrup
2 Tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar (optional, does make mixture slightly more creamy)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda
green food coloring (I used about 1/8 teaspoon Wilton paste color in Kelly Green)
In heavy saucepan on medium heat melt butter then add sugar, corn syrup, cream of tartar and salt. Increase temperature to medium high and bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Once mixture boils, add in food coloring and stop stirring. Boil for 5 minutes (Do not stir). Mixture should be about 250-260 degrees. Remove from heat and carefully stir in vanilla and baking soda. Working quickly and while mixture is foamy, pour mixture over popped corn and gently stir to coat popcorn. Place popcorn into a large roaster or rimmed baking sheet (lined with parchment paper or sprayed with cooking spray) and bake at 200° F for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.

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ilene @ muchloveilly says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:34 pm

happy st patty’s day! love all these pictures – but i esp. want those cool straws in the first photo!

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ilene @ muchloveilly says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:34 pm

happy st patty’s day! love all these pictures – but i esp. want those cool straws in the first photo!

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ilene @ muchloveilly says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:34 pm

happy st patty’s day! love all these pictures – but i esp. want those cool straws in the first photo!

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steinbeck says says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:36 pm

Looks delicious! Happy St. Patrick’s Day! And don’t forget… GO CATS!

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Julie says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:37 pm

love the cake!

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Martina says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:40 pm

Well, i’m not irish and don’t really celebrate – but i love everything green, and that drink in the first picture looks delicious. Maybe i’ll try that!

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Christina - Summer Year Round says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:42 pm

Everything looks so good!

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{be merry} kate says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:45 pm

That smoothie sounds delish! I will have to try it! And I have that same cake pic on my blog today – so festive! 🙂

Happy St. Pat’s to you!

*kate

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Megan V says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:46 pm

I’m a little bit Irish (probably 1/8th, hehe) so I should be drinking one of those green smoothies today!! I love that green layered cake too – so cute! A fun twist on the layered rainbow cakes!

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Michelle (michabella) says:

March 17, 2011 at 2:48 pm

LOVE these pictures!!!! The green smoothie looks so yummy! And I love Christina of Skip to My Lou! Happy St Patricks Day Anna!

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tickled. says:

March 17, 2011 at 3:01 pm

that popcorn is AWESOME! must try it!!! 🙂

xo! Lauren @ tickled.

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jessica says:

March 17, 2011 at 3:48 pm

i’ve been making a lot of smoothies lately with spinach and they are soooo good!! and that popcorn looks yummy too!

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Renée says:

March 17, 2011 at 3:53 pm

I want to make that smoothie!! Yum yum!!

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Heather says:

March 17, 2011 at 4:13 pm

Wow…those all look so FUN! I think I may need to make that popcorn tonight!

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Mo Pie, Please says:

March 17, 2011 at 4:27 pm

I’m not Irish that I’m aware of, but it’s still fun to celebrate. I’m loving that green cake, if only I could have a piece! Have a great day today.

Also, sorry to hear about your Aunt losing her battle. I’ve lost loved ones to cancer, much too soon. It’s not easy to deal with the loss, so I wish you all the best.

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Gloria says:

March 17, 2011 at 4:35 pm

i’m ready to dig into a slice of that amazing cake!

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Primed4Design Team says:

March 17, 2011 at 4:46 pm

lovin’ the green popcorn!

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Gabby / Gypsy*Diaries says:

March 17, 2011 at 5:37 pm

Happy st. Patty’s girl! I need to try that smoothie soon! 😀
xxx

http://gypsy-diaries.blogspot.com/

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Nicole Marie says:

March 17, 2011 at 6:58 pm

oh i want to make that popcorn

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honey my heart says:

March 17, 2011 at 7:10 pm

the layers of green in the cake are too great 🙂 happy st pat’s day to you!

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Dovecote Decor says:

March 17, 2011 at 7:24 pm

These recipes are a fun and creative way to celebrate a holiday. The layer cake with varying shades of green would be perfect to serve at one of the many parties I host at my home. Thank you for sharing.

Best,
Liz

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and flowers pick themselves says:

March 17, 2011 at 9:40 pm

so many fun things! thanks for sharing 🙂

xo Alison

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Brandi {not your average ordinary} says:

March 17, 2011 at 10:33 pm

I need to get started on that green cake. This is an excellent St. Patrick’s Day collection, Anna. I’m totally inspired.

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Lori says:

March 18, 2011 at 1:30 am

happy saint patrick’s day! Everything looks YUMMY!

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Erika@PlaceboLife says:

March 20, 2011 at 8:49 pm

all looks very yumz especially the green popcorn is just too tempting!

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jillian :: cornflake dreams. says:

March 23, 2011 at 12:11 am

mmmi want a slice of that cake! xoxo jcd:: cornflake dreams

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