A Tip O' the Hat to the Shamrock Shake

Please join me in a tribute to McDonald's Shamrock Shake. It's my friend Logan's favorite St. Patrick's Day food. It's triple thick, so bring a spoon. Logan was a hardworking McDonald's employee for years and he still loves to partake of the Shamrock Shake each March. Unfortunately, not everyone can avail themselves of this tasty treat. A quick Google search reveals that many folks have been without the Shamrock Shake for more than a decade! So, for those of you who cannot reach the Shamrock Shake by car, bus, or foot, here's a copycat recipe for you.

1 cup vanilla ice cream, slightly thawed
1/2 cup milk
1/8 teaspoon mint extract or flavoring
4-5 drops of green food coloring

Preparation -
Pour all ingredients into a blender and blend at a medium setting for about 30 to 40 seconds or until the consistency of a milk shake.

Thanks to Sandy Moyer on bellaonline.com

By the way, did you know that McDonald's opened its first restaurant in Ireland in March 1977? Sure and beghorrrrrrrrrrah!

Happy Saint Paddy's Day!