Traditional Irish Colcannon
Savor the comforting taste of Traditional Irish Colcannon, a delightful mash of creamy potatoes and vibrant cabbage, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 1 cup fresh green cabbage, chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into equal chunks. Place them in a large pot of cold salted water.
- Boil the potatoes over medium-high heat until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While the potatoes cook, melt butter in a skillet and sauté chopped cabbage and green onions for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Drain the cooked potatoes, return them to the pot, and mash with warmed milk or cream until smooth.
- Gently fold in the sautéed cabbage mixture, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with an extra pat of butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg