Boxing Day Bubble’n’Squeak

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Boxing Day Bubble'n'Squeak recipe for the perfect leftover meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 small rutabaga , peeled and cubed
3 cups frozen broccoli , carrots , and cauliflower combination
3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
8 slices bacon
1/4 head cabbage , shredded
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 small yellow onion , finely chopped
1 large egg
1 pinch coarsely ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
325
Sugar
9g
Fat
11g
Boxing Day Bubble'n'Squeak is a traditional British dish that was created to use up leftovers from Christmas dinner. The dish consists of mashed potatoes and a mixture of vegetables, commonly cabbage, carrots, and peas. The name Bubble'n'Squeak comes from the sound the dish makes when it cooks, due to the sizzling noise the cabbage makes. The recipe has evolved over time, and now many variations exist, often including bacon, onions, and other vegetables. This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish and is perfect for those trying to use up leftovers in a creative way.

Instructions

1.Boil the rutabaga in lightly salted water until tender, approximately 10-12 minutes.
2.In a large frying pan, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and crumble into bite-sized pieces once cool.
3.Add the chopped onions, red and green bell peppers to the bacon drippings and cook until tender over medium heat. Add the shredded cabbage and cook until wilted, about 5-7 minutes.
4.Add the frozen broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower. Cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
5.Add the mashed potatoes, drained rutabaga, black pepper, and crumbled bacon. Mix lightly and cook over medium heat until heated through, about 8-10 minutes.

PROS

Boxing Day Bubble’n’Squeak is the perfect way to use up any leftover mashed potatoes and vegetables from holiday meals.

This recipe is incredibly versatile and can be adjusted to include any leftover vegetables or proteins.

This dish is gluten-free and perfect for those with dietary restrictions.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat if using a lot of leftover mashed potatoes and bacon.

It is important to limit the amount of saturated fats in the dish to keep it healthy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Boxing Day Bubble’n’Squeak contains an array of vegetables including broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, and cabbage, which are all high in fiber and vitamins.
The dish is also gluten-free and perfect for those with gluten allergies or dietary restrictions.

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