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Irish Cabbage and Potato (Colcannon)


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting and budget-friendly Irish dish made with creamy mashed potatoes and tender cabbage, perfect for cold nights.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 cups green cabbage, sliced thin
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender.
  2. Cook the cabbage in melted butter until soft and sweet-smelling.
  3. Mash the drained potatoes with butter and warm milk until creamy.
  4. Combine the cabbage mixture with the mashed potatoes, adjusting seasoning as necessary.
  5. Scoop into bowls and top as desired, such as with extra butter or a crack of black pepper.

Notes

Feel free to add crispy bacon, sausage, or cheddar for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling and Sauteing
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg