Description
Colcannon Potatoes is a classic Irish dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with sautéed cabbage and green onions. This comforting side dish is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy meal.
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)
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place the 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 with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Top with extra butter and serve warm.
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
