colcannon
(2 ratings)
This was a HUGE staple in my family growing up. It's actually a dish traditionally served during Halloween. The cook will put lucky charms or coins into the mixture--these are said to bring the recipients good luck or fortune. My dad's version uses scallions and leeks, but you may use cabbage or kale if you prefer.
(2 ratings)
yield
4 serving(s)
prep time
10 Min
cook time
30 Min
Ingredients For colcannon
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4large potatoes, cut into chunks
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4 Tbspsalted butter, plus 2 tbsp
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2/3 ccream
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2-3leeks
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6scallions, finely chopped
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salt and pepper
How To Make colcannon
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1Cook potatoes in a large pot of boiling water for 15-20 minutes. Drain well and mash with a potato masher until smooth and velvety. Season to taste with salt and pepper, add 4 Tbsp butter and cream together. Stir well. The mashed potatoes should be creamy. Keep them warm.
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2Cut leeks into chunks. Cook in small skillet, add remaining 2 Tbsp butter and cook until just done. Pour leeks and cooking butter into potatoes and mix well. Mix in scallions. Mix well again. Season well with salt and pepper.
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3Serve along side beef roast or pot roast or even some lamb.
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