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Irish Colcannon

Creamy Irish Colcannon for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

Indulge in Irish Colcannon, a comforting mash of creamy potatoes, savory bacon, and tender cabbage, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 large Russet Potatoes Best choice for a fluffy texture.
  • 2 large Yukon Gold Potatoes Adds a creamy rich flavor.
For the Veggies
  • 4 cups Savoy Cabbage Can substitute with green cabbage.
  • 2 medium Leek Can try green onions for a similar effect.
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Chives are a great substitution.
For the Creaminess
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Swap for vegan butter if desired.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can use half-and-half or non-dairy milk.
  • ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can replace with half-and-half.
For the Flavor
  • 6 slices Sliced Bacon Omit for vegetarian or use turkey bacon.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Ground White Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • pot
  • rondeau pot
  • mixing bowl
  • potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small pot, combine 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1 cup of whole milk, and ½ cup of heavy whipping cream. Warm gently over low heat until the butter melts and the mixture is hot.
  2. Sauté 6 slices of sliced bacon in a rondeau pot over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Remove bacon, keeping the fat in the pot.
  3. Add 2 chopped leeks to the pot and sauté over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add 4 cups of chopped savoy cabbage to the leeks, season with salt, and cook for 6-7 minutes until tender.
  5. In a separate pot, boil lightly salted water and cook 2 large russet potatoes and 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes until fork-tender for 5-7 minutes. Drain well.
  6. Mash the drained potatoes, fold in the warm milk mixture, followed by leeks, cabbage, and bacon. Season with salt and white pepper.
  7. Serve warm in a dish, optionally topped with a pat of butter. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your Colcannon with seasonal vegetables to enhance flavors and nutrition.

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