Saint Patricks Day, 17th March Saint Patrick was a 5th-century Romano-British Christian missionary and Bishop in Ireland. Much of what is known about Saint Patrick comes from the Declaration, which was allegedly written by Patrick himself. It is believed that he was born in Roman Britain in the fourth century, into a wealthy Romano-British family. His father was a deacon and his grandfather was a priest in the Christian church. According to the Declaration, at the age of sixteen, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders and taken as a slave to Gaelic Ireland. It says that he spent six years there, working as a shepherd and that during. this time he found God. The Declaration says that God told Patrick to flee to the coast, where a ship would be waiting to take him home. After making his way home, Patrick went on to become a priest. According to tradition, Patrick returned to Ireland to convert the pagan Irish to Christianity. The Declaration says that he spent many years evangelising in the northern half of Ireland and converted thousands. Patrick's efforts were eventually turned into an allegory in which he drove "snakes" out of Ireland, despite the fact that snakes were not known to inhabit the region.[20] Tradition holds that he died on 17 March and was buried at Downpatrick. Over the following centuries, many legends grew up around Patrick and he became Ireland's foremost saint. According to legend, Saint Patrick used the three-leaved shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity to Irish pagans.Today's Saint Patrick's Day celebrations have been greatly influenced by those that developed among the Irish diaspora, especially in North America. Until the late 20th century, Saint Patrick's Day was often a bigger celebration among the diaspora than it was in Ireland. Celebrations generally involve public parades and festivals, Irish traditional music sessions (céilithe), and the wearing of green attire or shamrocks There are also formal gatherings such as banquets and dances, although these were more common in the past. Saint Patrick's Day parades began in North America in the 18th century but did not spread to Ireland until the 20th century. The participants generally include marching bands, the military, fire brigades, cultural organisations, charitable organisations, voluntary associations, youth groups, fraternities, and so on. However, over time, many of the parades have become more akin to a carnival. More effort is made to use the Irish language, especially in Ireland, where 1 March to St Patrick's Day on 17 March is Seachtain na Gaeilge ("Irish language week"). Since 2010, famous landmarks have been lit up in green on Saint Patrick's Day as part of Tourism Ireland's "Global Greening Initiative" or "Going Green for St Patrick's Day". The Sydney Opera House and the Sky Tower in Auckland were the first landmarks to participate and since then over 300 landmarks in fifty countries across the globe have gone green for Saint Patricks day. Christians may also attend church services and the Lenten restrictions on eating and drinking alcohol are lifted for the day. Perhaps because of this, drinking alcohol – particularly Irish whiskey, beer, or cider – has become an integral part of the celebrations. The Saint Patrick's Day custom of "drowning the shamrock" or "wetting the shamrock" was historically popular. At the end of the celebrations, especially in Ireland, a shamrock is put into the bottom of a cup, which is then filled with whiskey, beer, or cider. It is then drunk as a toast to Saint Patrick, Ireland, or those present. The shamrock would either be swallowed with the drink or taken out and tossed over the shoulder for good luck. The colour green was associated with Ireland from the 1640s, when the green harp flag was used by the Irish Catholic Confederation. Later, James Connolly described this flag as representing "the sacred emblem of Ireland's unconquered soul". Green ribbons and shamrocks have been worn on St Patrick's Day since at least the 1680s. Since then, the colour green and its association with St Patrick's Day have grown. The flags of the 1916 Easter Rising featured green, such as the Starry Plough banner and the Proclamation Flag of the Irish Republic. When the Irish Free State was founded in 1922, the government ordered all post boxes be painted green, under the slogan "green paint for a green people". In 1924, the government introduced a green Irish passport. The wearing of the 'St Patrick's Day Cross' was also a popular custom in Ireland until the early 20th century. These were a Celtic Christian cross made of paper that was "covered with silk or ribbon of different colours, and a bunch or rosette of green silk in the centre". Baileys French Toast This sinful Baileys French toast is a nice upgrade to your regular breakfast! Made with Baileys Irish Cream, this boozy dish is the ultimate treat. French toast is the ultimate weekend breakfast. The classic version is already outstanding as it is, but you can make it even more epic with a bit of Baileys. The liqueur adds that creamy coffee flavour that makes the dish even more delightful. A word of warning, though: this breakfast isn’t kid-friendly. But you know what? Ingredients Baileys Original Irish Cream – You’ll need this to make both the custard and the topping. This will give your French toast maximum Irish Cream flavor! Whipping Cream – It’s also used both in the custard and the topping. It makes the toast super-rich and creamy. Powdered Sugar – Just two tablespoons to sweeten the whipped topping. You can adjust this to taste. Vanilla Extract – To enhance the flavor of the custard. Eggs – For binding the ingredients of the custard. Sourdough Bread – The sturdier the bread, the better! Sourdough won’t disintegrate even though you soak it in the Baileys mixture for minutes. Butter – For pan-frying the bread. This ensures that crisp golden-brown exterior! Start with a tablespoon of butter and add more if needed. Tips for the Best French Toast Use room temperature whipping cream and eggs. Cold dairy will give you a grainy custard. You can also strain the custard after mixing to remove egg lumps. If you have time, chill the Baileys mixture for 2 hours or overnight for significantly better tasting toast. Let the bread soak in the Baileys mixture for a good 5 to 10 minutes per side. That way, it will absorb the flavors of the mixture beautifully. Don’t worry, your sturdy bread can handle it! If you don’t, the middle of the bread will be dry. Preheat the skillet or frying pan on medium-low heat before cooking the toast. Cooking in a cold pan will turn your toast soggy. Coat the pan generously with fresh butter. This will ensure that crisp, golden brown edge. You can also use a mixture of butter and oil for pan-frying the toast. Butter has a low smoke point, which might cook the outside of the bread too fast, while the inside remains undercooked. Do not go beyond medium-high heat when cooking the toast. Otherwise, you’ll burn the outside of the bread and undercook the inside. If the temperature is too low, the custard will spread at the bottom of the bread. Keep an eye on the toast as it cooks in the pan to avoid burning it. If you’re making a ton of toast, place the cooked ones in a baking sheet and store them in a 200 degree-Fahrenheit oven. This will keep the toast warm. What Type of Bread to Use You can’t go wrong with sourdough bread. First of all, it’s a lot sturdier and spongier than regular white bread. With sourdough, you won’t have to worry about sogginess. Aside from the consistency and texture, sourdough bread has a hint of tanginess, which tastes fantastic with the custard. If you can’t find sourdough, your next best options are baguette, challah, ciabatta, and brioche. In a pinch, you can also use stale white bread. The key is to pick a bread that’s sturdy, so that it won’t get mushy when soaked in custard. Another important aspect of French toast making is the thickness of the bread. You’ll want to slice it at least 20mm thick, again to prevent it from getting soggy. You can slice it for up to 25mm thick, but keep in mind that the thicker the bread, the longer it needs to soak. If you’re serving French toast to kids or non-alcohol drinkers, you can always swap the liqueur with Baileys coffee creamer. It’s completely non-alcoholic, but will still give you that same flavour! If you don’t mind the alcohol, but can’t get a hold of Baileys Irish Cream, that’s okay, too. You can simply sub it with a mixture of whipping cream and whiskey. How to Serve Baileys French Toast Classic French toast slathered with butter and drizzled with maple syrup is enough to put a smile on any face. But there are many ways to dress it up to make it even more irresistible! Here are some tasty options: Fresh fruits and berries contrast the heaviness of the dish, giving you a perfectly balanced meal. Top your toast with blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, mangoes, or a medley of your favorites. Make your toast a la apple pie by topping it with chopped apples and cinnamon. There’s something magical about bananas and Nutella. If you want to make someone feel extra loved, serve them French toast topped with this drool-worthy combo. Got a chocoholic in the family? Impress them with French toast topped with mini chocolate chips and chocolate syrup! Preparation Time; 5 minutes, Cooking Time; 6 minutes, Serves 2 Ingredients Whipped Topping 15g Baileys Original Irish Cream 125g whipping cream 2 tablespoons powdered sugar French Toast 75g Baileys Original Irish Cream 75g whipping cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 thick slices of sourdough bread 1 tablespoon butter Method To make the Whipped Topping Place 15g Baileys Irish Cream, 125g whipping cream, and powdered sugar in a bowl. Whisk with a hand electric mixer at high speed until the mixture forms soft peaks. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate. To make the Custard Whisk together 75g Baileys Original Irish Cream, 75g whipping cream, vanilla extract, and eggs in a shallow dish. Melt the butter in a frying pan at medium-low heat. While waiting for butter to melt, dip each side of the bread in the Baileys mixture until completely soaked, about 5-10 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Fry the bread on medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Top the bread with a dollop of Baileys whipped cream. Enjoy!
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