Description
Colcannon Potatoes is a traditional Irish dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with cabbage or kale, green onions, and plenty of butter. This comforting side dish is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you crave a hearty, flavorful dish.
Ingredients
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Potatoes:
- 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and cubed)
Butter:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus extra for serving)
Milk or Cream:
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream (warmed)
Cabbage or Kale:
- 1 1/2 cups chopped green cabbage or kale
Green Onions:
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions (scallions)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, and boil until fork-tender.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, melt butter, sauté cabbage or kale until tender, then add green onions.
- Mash Potatoes: Drain potatoes, mash with butter and milk until creamy.
- Combine: Fold in sautéed vegetables, season, and serve with extra butter.
Notes
- For a richer version, use heavy cream and extra butter.
- Traditionally served with corned beef or sausages.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stove.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
