Colcannon - Irish Mashed Potatoes

8 INGREDIENTS • 5 STEPS • 30MINS

Colcannon - Irish Mashed Potatoes

Description:
Colcannon is a classic Irish comfort food that’s creamy, buttery, and packed with flavor. This hearty mash combines fluffy potatoes, tender greens, and green onions for a side dish that’s as satisfying as it is traditional. Whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or just craving something cozy, Colcannon is the perfect choice to bring a bit of Irish charm to your table.
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Description:
Colcannon is a classic Irish comfort food that’s creamy, buttery, and packed with flavor. This hearty mash combines fluffy potatoes, tender greens, and green onions for a side dish that’s as satisfying as it is traditional. Whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or just craving something cozy, Colcannon is the perfect choice to bring a bit of Irish charm to your table.
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Mandy at SideChef
I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).

30MINS

Total Time

Ingredients

Servings
4
us / metric
Potato
2 lb
Potatoes, peeled, chopped
Yukon Gold or Russets
Unsalted Butter
4 Tbsp
Unsalted Butter, divided
Whole Milk
1/2 cup
Whole Milk
or heavy cream
White Cabbage
2 cups
White Cabbage, finely chopped
or kale
Leek
1 stalk
Leek, thinly sliced
Salt
1/2 tsp
Salt
Ground Black Pepper
1/4 tsp
Ground Black Pepper
Spring Onion
to taste
Spring Onions, finely chopped

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories
340
Fat
12.1 g
Protein
6.8 g
Carbs
51.3 g
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Mandy at SideChef
I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).

Cooking Instructions

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step 1
Place the peeled and chopped Potatoes (2 lb) in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
step 2
While the potatoes cook, melt the Unsalted Butter (2 Tbsp) in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped Leek (1 stalk) or White Cabbage (2 cups) and sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened and vibrant green. Remove from heat and set aside.
step 3
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and return them to the pot. Add the remaining Unsalted Butter (2 Tbsp) and Whole Milk (1/2 cup) or cream, then mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
step 4
Fold the sautéed greens and leek into the mashed potatoes. Season with Salt (1/2 tsp) and Ground Black Pepper (1/4 tsp) to taste, ensuring everything is well-mixed.
step 5
Serve the Colcannon warm in a serving dish. For an extra touch, add a small pat of butter on top and sprinkle with Spring Onions (to taste) before serving.
step 5 Serve the Colcannon warm in a serving dish. For an extra touch, add a small pat of butter on top and sprinkle with Spring Onions (to taste) before serving.

Tags

Budget-Friendly
Gluten-Free
Comfort Food
British
Shellfish-Free
Kid-Friendly
Vegetarian
Potatoes
Quick & Easy
Side Dish
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