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Classic Irish Colcannon

Made with humble ingredients like potatoes, cabbage, butter and cream, Colcannon is an easy, Irish side dish recipe that's hearty, rich and flavorful. Try simple colcannon potatoes with a traditional St. Patrick's Day corned beef.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 224 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Irish

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds red skinned potatoes
  • ½ small cabbage cored and chopped
  • ⅓ cup butter
  • ⅓ cup water
  • ¾ cup half and half warmed in the microwave.
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

BOIL THE POTATOES:
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  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add a teaspoon of kosher salt. Add the whole potatoes to the boiling water and cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. (Check this by sticking the largest potato to the center with a sharp knife. If it comes out smoothly on its own, the potatoes are done).
COOK THE CABBAGE:
  1. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter and half a teaspoon of kosher salt. When the butter melts, add the cabbage and stir to coat. Place the lid on the pan and cook for a minute. Stir the cabbage.
  2. Cook the cabbage for 3-4 minutes, stirring after each minute so the cabbage doesn't burn. When the cabbage begins to wilt, stir in the water and place the lid on the pan to steam the vegetable. Steam for 3-4 minutes or until the water has mostly evaporated. Set aside.
MASH THE POTATOES:
  1. Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Use a potato masher to roughly mash the cooked potatoes (skins and all). Add the butter and half and half a little at a time and continue to mash and blend the potatoes. They should be fairly smooth, but rustic. (Note: if your potatoes seem too stiff, you can add addtional half and half 2 tablespoons at a time).
  3. Add the remaining half teaspoon of kosher salt and black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stir in the cooked cabbage until well combined. Taste for seasoning and adjust as necessary.

Nutrition Information

Calories 224kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 38mg (13%) Sodium 909mg (38%) Potassium 662mg (19%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 489IU (10%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Calcium 72mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 224

% Daily Value*

Calories 224kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 38mg 13%
Sodium 909mg 38%
Potassium 662mg 14%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 489IU 10%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Calcium 72mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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