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irish colcannon

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, 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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