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Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes): A Creamy, Traditional Irish Comfort Dish


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs (900g) Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup milk (or cream for extra richness)
  • 4 tbsp (½ stick / 55g) unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups chopped kale or green cabbage (stems removed)
  • 34 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
  • Optional: extra pat of butter for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook potatoes: Place potatoes in a large pot; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well.
  2. Cook greens: While potatoes cook, steam or sauté kale/cabbage in a little water or butter until tender (3–5 minutes). Drain excess liquid.
  3. Mash: Return hot potatoes to pot. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold in greens & scallions: Gently stir in cooked kale/cabbage and most of the scallions (reserve some for garnish).
  5. Serve warm, topped with an extra pat of butter and remaining scallions.
💡 Pro Tips:
Yukon Golds yield the creamiest texture, but Russets work too.
– For authentic flavor, use cabbage—but kale adds color and nutrients.
– Make it dairy-free: Use plant-based butter and unsweetened oat or almond milk.

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving, serves 6):

Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Total Time: 30 min
Servings: 6 | Calories: 180 | Net Carbs: 28g | Fats: 7g | Protein: 5g