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irish colcannon

Recipe by
Beth Pierce
Old Monroe, MO

This traditional Irish side dish is made with creamy mashed potatoes, swirled with sauteed cabbage and seasoned to perfection with salt, pepper, and butter. It’s a perfect addition to any comfort food meal.

yield 10 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For irish colcannon

  • 5
    large russet potatoes peeled and chunked
  • 5 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/2 c
    heavy cream
  • 1/2
    head green cabbage chopped
  • 2
    green onions sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make irish colcannon

  • 1
    Place potatoes in a large saucepan with enough lightly salted water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender. Drain well making sure to remove excess water. Add two tablespoons butter and cream. Cover and let butter melt.
  • 2
    Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add cabbage and cook until tender: approximately 10 minutes. Add green onions and cook for additional 1 minute.
  • 3
    Mash potatoes and gently stir in cabbage mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Make small well in top and add remaining tablespoon of butter.
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