Colcannon
Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish made of mashed potatoes mixed with kale or cabbage, butter and milk, often served with meat, particularly bacon or ham. It is a comforting and hearty dish that is typically enjoyed in the fall and winter months.
Ingredients:
-1 lb potatoes, peeled and diced
-1/2 cup milk
-1/4 cup butter
-1/4 cup chopped kale or cabbage
-1/4 cup chopped scallions
-Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash the potatoes.
- In a separate pan, heat the milk and butter until the butter is melted.
- Stir in the kale or cabbage and scallions, and cook until wilted.
- Add the mixture to the mashed potatoes and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Tips for preparation of Colcannon
Ingredients:
-1 lb potatoes, peeled and diced
-1/2 cup milk
-1/4 cup butter
-1/4 cup chopped kale or cabbage
-1/4 cup chopped scallions
-Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash the potatoes.
- In a separate pan, heat the milk and butter until the butter is melted.
- Stir in the kale or cabbage and scallions, and cook until wilted.
- Add the mixture to the mashed potatoes and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Colcannon serving size
Typically, a serving size of Colcannon is around 1 cup or 250ml. It is often served as a side dish or accompaniment to a main course.
Colcannon nutrition value
It can be high in calories and fat, but also contains some vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.