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If you love mashed potatoes this recipe will hit the spot. Looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? What a better way than making this Colcannon recipe. The combination of mashed potatoes and finely shredded cabbage makes this recipe a satisfying side dish as well as a very simple and inexpensive one.
What is Colcannon?
Colcannon is a classic Irish dish. It is the mixture of potatoes and cabbage or kale, mashed to a creamy consistency. This dish is usually topped with some bits of bacon, however, I decided to make a vegetarian version of Colcannon by omitting the bacon. These mashed potatoes are mixed with lots of butter and cream and I definitely can not forget the greens. In this recipe, I use a combination of cabbage, leeks and green onions. Did I favor the greens or what:) Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!
I’ve never tasted Colcannon, however, any recipe that combines mashed potatoes with cabbage is worth trying. I especially love using cabbage to make this chicken cabbage soup that tastes delicious. I have to say this Colcannon Recipe
Ingredients you’ll need:
- Potatoes
- Cabbage
- Leek
- Garlic
- Unsalted butter
- Heavy cream or milk
- Salt and pepper to taste (I used kosher salt)
How to make this Vegetarian version of Irish Colcannon Recipe
First, in a large pot of water cook the potatoes for about 15 to 20 minutes or until they are soft. While the potatoes are cooking on the stove, proceed to prepare the rest of the vegetables.
While the potatoes are boiling, shred the cabbage, and dice the leek. I like to wash all vegetables before cutting.
By now the potatoes are cooked. Its time to drain and let them cool before peeling them. Set aside.
In a separate pot place it over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Next, add garlic and leeks and stir. Let it cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
Then, add cabbage and season with salt and pepper to taste. I used two or three pinches of each. Stir frequently and cook until vegetables have your desired tenderness. I like mine a little crunchy so about 5 to 10 minutes was enough for me.
Add potatoes, cream and the rest of butter and mash.
Serve and add extra butter (optional). Garnish with some green onions Enjoy!
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Vegetarian Colcannon Irish Recipe
If you love mashed potatoes this recipe will hit the spot. Looking to celebrate St. Patricks Day? What a better way than making this Colcannon recipe. The combination of mashed potatoes and finely chopped cabbage makes this recipe a satisfying side dish as well as a very simple and inexpensive one.
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Course: Dinner,, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Colcannon, Irish recipe, Potato recipe, St. Patrick's Day Side Dish, Vegetable sides
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 341kcal
Author: Evelyn Savinon
Ingredients
Ingredients you’ll need:
- 1 1/2 pounds potatoes
- 2 cups cabbage finely-shredded
- 1 cup leek diced (about 1 leek)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 6 tablespoon unsalted butter (divided)
- 1/3 cup heavy cream or milk
- salt and pepper to taste ( I used kosher salt)
Instructions
How to make this Vegetarian version of Irish Colcannon Recipe
First, in a large pot of water cook the potatoes for about 15 to 20 minutes or until they are soft. While the potatoes are cooking on the stove, proceed to prepare the rest of the vegetables.
While the potatoes are boiling, shred the cabbage, and dice the leek. I like to wash all vegetables before cutting.
By now the potatoes are cooked. Its time to drain and let them cool before peeling them. Set aside.
In a separate pot place it over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Next, add garlic and leeks and stir. Let it cook for about 2 to 3 minutes. Then, add cabbage and season with salt and pepper to taste. I used two or three pinches of each. Stir frequently and cook until vegetables have your desired tenderness. I like mine a little crunchy so about 5 minutes was enough for me.
Add potatoes, cream and the rest of butter.
Nutrition
Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 817mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1222IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 6mg
*Nutritional Disclaimer: Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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Evelyn Savinon
Hi there, … Nice to meet you! I’m the cook, writer, and photographer behind this blog. I have always taken joy in the task of cooking. In the summer of 2016, the idea for A Simple Tweak was born. I learned to discover that cooking is more than a task for me. It is a whole-hearted passion of mine.
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