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Irish Colcannon

Irish Colcannon: Warm Up with This Cozy Comfort Food

This Irish Colcannon recipe is a delicious comfort food featuring creamy mashed potatoes, tender cabbage, and crispy bacon.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 large Russet Potatoes High starch content creates a creamy texture essential for Irish Colcannon.
  • 2 large Yukon Gold Potatoes Adds a buttery flavor and creamy consistency.
For the Flavor Base
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Enhances richness and flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream or Whole Milk Adds creaminess.
  • 1 medium Onion Sautéed until tender.
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Green Cabbage Provides texture and earthy flavor.
For the Savory Touch
  • 4 strips Crispy Cooked Bacon Adds a savory crunch.
Seasoning
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Fresh Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, add the peeled and chopped Russet and Yukon Gold potatoes. Cover with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Return the drained potatoes to the pot and mix in unsalted butter and heavy cream or whole milk. Mash until creamy and smooth.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until tender and translucent.
  4. Add the chopped green cabbage to the skillet and cook for about 7-8 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
  5. Fold in the sautéed onion and cabbage mixture to the mashed potatoes. Add half of the crispy bacon and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer the Colcannon to a serving bowl, top with remaining bacon pieces and a pat of butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pre-cook bacon up to 3 days ahead. Soaking potatoes can improve texture. Feel free to add other veggies like leeks or kale.

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