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It's Not Easy Being Green

It's Not Easy Being Green

If your party theme is green, then we've got it. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any green occasion.



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recipe for kiwifruit daiquiri cocktail

Kiwifruit Daiquiri Cocktail

A refreshing tropical daiquiri cocktail made with flavors of kiwifruit, lime, and rum.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for homemade shamrock shake

Homemade Shamrock Shake

Make your own version of McDonald's Shamrock shake using ice cream, milk, mint extract or creme de menthe, and green food coloring


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lime frosty

Lime Frosty

A sweet lime drink made with ice cream and lime juice. Add a drop of green food coloring for an extra festive looking drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for st. patrick's day green beer

St. Patrick's Day Green Beer

Everyone is a little Irish on St. Patrick's Day. Celebrate with some green beer served in a frosty glass.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pistachio mousse

Pistachio Mousse

Go ahead and unleash your inner artisan with this luscious pistachio mousse. It's easy, fun, and the sort of dish that makes you look like you've mastered a five-star kitchen.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for leprechaun's lemonade

Leprechaun's Lemonade

Serve up a twist on traditional lemonade by blending in lemon-lime soda and Mountain Dew. Leprechaun's lemonade is perfect for summer parties and lazy afternoons.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for emerald isle molded salad

Emerald Isle Molded Salad

Made with chopped nuts, whipping cream or evaporated milk, lime gelatin powder, water, crushed pineapple, cottage cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for alligator pie

Alligator Pie

Made with green food coloring, Cool Whip, graham cracker pie crust, cream cheese, sour cream


Time:   over 2 hours


recipe for green milk

Green Milk

Made with fat-free milk, lime-flavored Jello-O, graham cracker crumbs


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for saint patrick's mint chocolate chip muffins

Saint Patrick's Mint Chocolate Chip Muffins

Made with sugar, baking powder, salt, eggs, milk, oil, butter, lemon juice, corn syrup, peppermint extract

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for jalapeno jelly

Jalapeno Jelly

Made with liquid fruit pectin, green food coloring, jalapeno peppers, sugar, green peppers, cider vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for leprechaun shake

Leprechaun Shake

This creamy, dreamy Leprechaun Shake is the perfect way to enjoy St. Patrick's Day (or any day). A festive green color and chocolate drizzle make this shake irresistible.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jalea de chile verde (green chile jelly)

Jalea de Chile Verde (Green Chile Jelly)

Made with green food coloring, green chilies, sugar, cider vinegar, cheesecloth, liquid pectin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for green angel food

Green Angel Food

Made with angel food cake mix, lime, water, lime gelatin, frozen whipped topping

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for green punch

Green Punch

When life gives you lemons, make green punch! It's the perfect party starter, with a fizzy personality to keep the conversations flowing.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for candied jalapenos

Candied Jalapenos

Made with green food coloring, fresh jalapeno peppers, sugar, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lime sherbet

Lime Sherbet

Made with light cream, milk, green food coloring, frozen limeade concentrate, salt, sugar, water, lime jello


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for peppermint rock candy

Peppermint Rock Candy

Made with powdered sugar, green food coloring, sugar, corn syrup, water, salt, oil of peppermint

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for st. patrick's day green rice

St. Patrick's Day Green Rice

Made with parsley, black pepper, green food coloring, chicken broth, green onions, olive oil, green bell pepper, rice, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for leprechaun pineapple key lime pie

Leprechaun Pineapple Key Lime Pie

Made with graham cracker crust, sweetened condensed milk, Key lime juice, heavy whipping cream, sugar, green food coloring, crushed pineapple


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for halloween mold and mildew dip (spinach artichoke dip)

Halloween Mold and Mildew Dip (Spinach Artichoke Dip)

Made with green food coloring, Hungarian paprika, white pepper, scallions, frozen artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, frozen chopped spinach, Parmesan...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for clover crispies

Clover Crispies

Made with green sprinkles, butter, green food coloring, marshmallows, peppermint extract, crispy rice cereal, white candy coating

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for green mashed potatoes

Green Mashed Potatoes

Made with milk, cheddar cheese, potatoes, sour cream, sugar, butter, salt, black pepper, chives, frozen chopped spinach

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


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