St George's Day recipes (2024)

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Celebrate the patron saint of England's big day with our classic recipes, including Yorkshire puddings, toad-in-the-hole, steamed sponges, scones and plenty more.

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  • Giant Yorkshire pudding Sunday lunch

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.19 ratings

    Try this twist on a Sunday roast, with steak, potatoes, veg and gravy served in a giant Yorkshire pudding. Prep ahead and make Sunday lunch in no time

  • Bread and butter pudding

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.77 ratings

    Transform a stale loaf into a comforting bread and butter pudding. This traditional British dessert is layered with a rich vanilla custard, dried fruit and lemon zest

  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.1383 ratings

    You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

  • Slow-cooker beef pot roast

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.145 ratings

    Prepare your beef in the slow cooker first thing in the morning, so that come evening-time your Sunday dinner is a breeze. Perfect for busy family weekends.

  • Smoked salmon scotch eggs

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.7 ratings

    Smoked salmon and eggs is a cracking breakfast combination – take it to the next level with these scotch eggs, flavoured with herbs, capers, lemon and cayenne

  • Toad-in-the-hole

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.435 ratings

    Serve this comforting classic made with chipolata sausages and a simple batter – it’s easy enough that kids can help make it.

  • Roast rack of pork with wild garlic stuffing

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.6 ratings

    A showstopping pork dish that's a great Sunday lunch for a crowd, the trim from the rack makes a flavourful stuffing, infused wtih wild garlic or use a combination of spinach and garlic

  • Giant scone cake

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Serve this giant scone in slices for a simply ace afternoon tea treat, filled with fresh strawberries and fluffy whipped cream

  • The ultimate makeover: Full English breakfast

    A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.17 ratings

    Angela Nilsen makes a healthier version of an iconic English meal - without losing the nostalgia

  • Spotted dick

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.35 ratings

    Steam a traditional fruity sponge pudding with suet, citrus zest and currants then serve in thick slices with hot custard

  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Wrap a meaty filling, studded with juicy dried apricots, in a hot water pastry crust for a truly British dish, perfect for a buffet, party or picnic

  • English rose cake

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.12 ratings

    A stunning floral layer cake, flavoured with rosewater and layered up with vanilla cream, raspberry icing and crystallised petals

  • Gluten-free Yorkshire puddings

    A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.37 ratings

    Try our gluten-free version of a Yorkshire pudding. Gluten-free flour is substituted for plain, so you still get that characteristic puff and golden colour.

  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.36 ratings

    Love Marmite? We’re staking our bets on these being the best sausage rolls you’ve ever tasted. Cut them into mini portions as a canapé or keep them longer for a filling lunch

  • Vegan fry-up

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.11 ratings

    Try this vegan take on the classic English breakfast that boasts vegan sausages with hash browns, mushrooms, tomatoes, scrambled tofu and baked beans

  • A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.64 ratings

    A comforting fish bake with bubbling cheese sauce and smoky chorizo, this cod mornay recipe will warm you up on the coldest of evenings

  • No-fuss shepherd's pie

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.536 ratings

    A classic comfort food favourite, this shepherd's pie sees succulent lamb mince and veg topped with a fluffy layer of mashed potato

  • A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.9 ratings

    Succulent roast topside of beef, made especially irresistible with a mustard crust, piquant shallots and red wine enriched gravy

  • Beef wellington

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.283 ratings

    Gordon Ramsay's version of the classic steak dish – a showstopping centrepiece on a special occasion

  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.6 ratings

    What's better than dunking biscuits into tea? These ingenious tea and biscuits cheesecake bars capture that flavour sensation perfectly

  • Classic Victoria sandwich recipe

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.1098 ratings

    The perfect party cake, a Victoria sponge is a traditional bake everyone will love. Makes an easy wedding cake, too

  • Ultimate toad-in-the-hole with caramelised onion gravy

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.55 ratings

    Wrap fat sausages in streaky bacon for a posh version of a British classic - perfect comfort food for the whole family

  • Foolproof slow roast chicken

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.243 ratings

    Slow-roasting is a great way to keep chicken nice and moist. Adding the potatoes to the roasting tin infuses them with plenty of flavour, too

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St George's Day recipes (2024)

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What food to eat on St George's Day? ›

St George's Day recipes
  • Ploughman's scones. A star rating of 4.8 out of 5. ...
  • Healthy full English. ...
  • No-fuss fish pie. ...
  • Rosemary-stuffed collar of bacon with parsley butter sauce. ...
  • Lighter Lancashire hotpot. ...
  • Sausage, gherkin & pickled onion toad-in-the-hole. ...
  • Lighter Fish finger sarnies. ...
  • Brummie bacon cakes.

What is traditional on St George's Day? ›

George's Cross flag in some way: pubs in particular can be seen on 23 April festooned with garlands of St. George's crosses. It is customary for the hymn "Jerusalem" to be sung in cathedrals, churches and chapels on St. George's Day, or on the Sunday closest to it.

What is a traditional St George's Day drink? ›

Is there a Traditional St George's Day Drink? Yes, there is a traditional St George's Day drink called "Dragon's Blood." This crimson-coloured co*cktail is made with a combination of gin, cherry liqueur, and cranberry juice, giving it a rich and vibrant flavour.

How do you explain St George's Day to children? ›

Saint George's Day has been celebrated annually on 23 April since 1222. George is the patron saint of soldiers, archers, cavalry and chivalry, farmers and field workers, riders and saddlers. It's also believed that he looks after those suffering from leprosy, plague and syphilis.

What is the flower for St George's Day? ›

Patron Saints, Red Rose – St George.

What color to wear on St George's Day? ›

Wear blue or a red rose. Blue was thought to be St. George's favourite colour so it has become custom to wear blue on this day, along with a red rose which is associated with the saint's death.

What color do you wear for St George's Day? ›

Blue was said to be St. George's favourite colour (we have no idea if this is true of course!), so it is now custom to wear blue to major events, services and celebrations as well as wearing a red rose on your lapel.

Why does no one celebrate St George's Day? ›

We do recognise St George's day In England, although as a more multicultural society it is not observed by all. There is also an air or Political correctness that abounds in England today that the St George's flag (white with Red Cross) is viewed by some as racist.

What do you do for St George's Day? ›

How To Celebrate St. George's Day In London
  1. Watch the St. George's Day Parade.
  2. Visit the Tower of London.
  3. Enjoy a Traditional English Feast.
  4. Attend the Feast of St. George Festival.
  5. Watch the St. George's Day Fireworks.
  6. St. George's Day In London.
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What is St George beer? ›

Named after the legend of St George and the dragon. Brewed with citrus hops for an appealing refreshing taste, the clean clear waters of Tasmania add to the flavour. With lower carbs than most beer and a reduced bitterness this is an incredibly approachable brew.

What kind of alcohol is St George? ›

George Spirits is an artisanal distillery located in Alameda, California that produces a range of alcoholic beverages under the direction of Master Distiller Lance Winters. They are known for producing vodka, absinthe, whiskey, gin, brandy, liqueurs, and a range of exotic spirits.

What miracles did St George perform? ›

St George performed several miracles. Once, he prayed to the Lord over a man's grave and immediately the earth quaked and the grave opened; the man was raised from the dead. Those who witnessed this miracle immediately believed in Christ. Similarly, at another instance, there was a farmer whose only ox had died.

Which royal was born on St George's day? ›

It is significant that Middleton and Prince William's third royal baby was born on April 23, a day which celebrates England's patron saint, a Roman soldier who is thought to have lived in the third century AD. According to Encyclopaedia Britannica, St.

Who is the patron saint of Ireland? ›

St. Patrick, for example, is the patron saint of Ireland because he is credited with bringing Christianity to the Irish people. In Roman Catholicism a person often elects a personal patron saint during their confirmation.

How do you celebrate St George's Day? ›

Some people also like to wear a red rose to remember Saint George. St. George's Day is a good excuse to celebrate all things English, so some people recite or sing the popular English hymn, 'Jerusalem', written by English poet William Blake. Scouts and Guides parade to their nearest church on the Sunday closest to St.

What is the favorite food of George Washington? ›

Family members and visitors alike testified that hoecakes were among George Washington's favorite foods. He invariably ate them at breakfast, covered with butter and honey, along with hot tea—a “temperate repast” enjoyed each morning.

What to do for St George's Day? ›

Watch the St.

One of the best ways to celebrate St. George's Day is to watch the parade which is held in central London, starting from Trafalgar Square and ending at the historic Guildhall. It features marching bands, traditional English dancers, and even knights in armor.

What food do you eat on All Saints Day? ›

These dishes vary from region to region, but they include ceci con le costine, a comforting Piedmontese soup with chickpeas and pork ribs, and pane dei morti, 'the bread of the dead', a sweet bread-cookie hybrid made with crumbled biscuits, flour, eggs and sugar, packed with cinnamon, chocolate and raisins for extra ...

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