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Real Irish Colcannon

Real Irish Colcannon: Comfort Food Gone Gourmet

Real Irish Colcannon is a comforting dish that combines creamy potatoes and greens, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mash
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tablespoons Irish Butter quality Irish brands
  • 1 cup Whole Milk warm, or potato water as substitute
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Green Cabbage or Kale chopped
  • 4 scallions Spring Onions/Scallions sliced, optional
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Irish Cheddar Cheese optional
  • to taste Salt essential seasoning

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • potato masher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil the potatoes in a pot of cold water until fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
  2. Sauté the chopped cabbage in melted Irish butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, then add sliced spring onions and sauté for another minute.
  3. Mash the boiled potatoes and mix in the sautéed cabbage, spring onions, and warm milk.
  4. Season with salt, transfer to a serving dish, and drizzle with melted Irish butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated with a splash of milk for consistency. Consider mixing in additional vegetables for variations.

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