Our Favourite St David's Day Recipes

St David's Day is just around the corner, and we're already dreaming of all of the food we plan on eating.

Wales has loads to offer in terms of culinary inspiration, from classic Welsh Cakes to Cawl, and Lamb Shanks to Cheesy Leeks, we've got 11 insanely-delicious recipes perfect for celebrating with this St David's Day.

There are more modern takes on the classics too, like our Mushroom Welsh Rarebit Toastie that's totally to die for.

FYI, a slice of Bara Brith is an absolute must in books.

But when actually is St David's Day? Well, it falls on the 1st March every year, just as it's beginning to feel a bit more spring-like.

If you want to celebrate by spreading the glad tidings in Welsh, you can say "Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus!"

Welsh cakes are a traditional teatime treat originating from Wales (which you probably already guessed). They can be eaten hot or cold, and are a must-make for St David's Day.

Get the Welsh Cakes recipe.

The ultimate Welsh stew, brimming with delicious chunks of lamb and veg!

Get the Cawl recipe.

Forget cauliflower cheese, cheesy leeks is hands down the best cheesy roast dinner side, right? We've packed ours with four different types of cheese. You heard me right. Cheddar, Gruyere, Brie AND Parmesan to make the ultimate cheese concoction.

Get the Cheesy Leeks recipe.

Braising lamb shanks might sound a little intimidating, but honestly, it couldn't be easier. After a quick sear, the oven does all the work for you! You'll have the most tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb for the most comforting dinner you've had all year!

Get the Braised Lamb Shanks recipe.

Flavoured with dried fruits and spices, different areas of Wales all have their own versions of Bara Brith, ranging from a lightly fruited yeasted loaf through to a fruit-packed sticky traybake.

We like to think of our recipe as somewhere in-between, with the delicious addition of Earl Grey tea and some lemon for a citrusy kick.

Get the Bara Brith recipe.

We’ve kept it super simple, and have packed this casserole with pearl barley and potatoes, meaning that if you like, this can be a dreamy one-pot.

Get the Lamb Casserole recipe.

A more modern take on the classic Welsh rarebit dish, this pasta bake is oozy, indulgent and exactly what you need if you're serving a hungry crowd for a St David's Day dinner.

Get the Welsh Rarebit and Ham Pasta Bake recipe.

Hearty, flavourful lamb stew can be yours in just under 2 hours, and all in one pot! With a rich, velvety broth and tender pieces of lamb, you'd be hard-pressed to find a cosier cold-weather meal.

Get the Lamb Stew recipe.

This isn't just any Welsh rarebit recipe, it's a Welsh rarebit toastie recipe. And you won't have tasted anything like it before!

Get the Mushroom Welsh Rarebit Toastie recipe.

Roasting lamb is just as easy, if not easier, than roasting a chicken. Seriously, all you need to do is rub a lamb shoulder with a mixture of fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil and throw it in the oven for an hour or so. Bonus points if you roast the meat on top of a bed of potatoes. (And why wouldn't you?)

Get the Roast Lamb recipe.

Serve with crusty homemade bread, or skip if that's not your style. We'd also add chilli flakes for a little bit of a kick.

Get the Leek & Potato Soup recipe.