Colcannon Mash With Blue Cheese

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Colcannon Mash With Blue Cheese recipe perfect for a cozy dinner

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

480

Sugar

Fat

33g

Colcannon Mash With Blue Cheese is a traditional Irish side dish made with mashed potatoes and scallions, and often served at St. Patrick's Day celebrations. The addition of creamy blue cheese gives this dish a modern twist and makes it a great accompaniment to cooked meats and vegetables for a cozy dinner. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized with additional herbs and seasonings to suit your taste. Serve it hot and enjoy the hearty and comforting flavors of this Irish classic!

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain and mash in a bowl.
2.	Return the pan to the heat and add the chopped scallions with the milk, salt, pepper, and ground mace. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the scallions have softened.
3.	Pour the milk mixture into the mashed potatoes and whip until well combined.
4.	Fold in the melted butter and creamy blue cheese.

PROS

This Colcannon Mash With Blue Cheese is a hearty and flavorful side dish that pairs well with cooked meats.

The blue cheese adds a tangy and creamy flavor that elevates the mashed potatoes to a new level.

Easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy dinner!

CONS

This side dish is heavy and rich, with a high-calorie content and fat content.

It is not recommended as a regular part of a healthy diet and should be eaten in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this side dish is not particularly healthy, potato and scallions are rich in vitamin C and other essential nutrients.
The blue cheese in this recipe also contains calcium and protein, although it is best consumed in moderation.

	1 lb potato , peeled and cut into halves
	6 scallions , finely chopped
	2/3 cup milk
	salt & freshly ground black pepper
	1 pinch ground mace
	1 ounce melted butter
	6 ounces creamy blue cheese