Cream Cheese Colcannon

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Cream Cheese Colcannon recipe for a hearty and delicious side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

335

Sugar

Fat

17g

Cream Cheese Colcannon is a hearty and traditional Irish side dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with tender cabbage and onions. The addition of cream cheese adds a rich and tangy flavor to the dish. This classic comfort food is perfect for cold winter nights or as a side dish for your favorite meat or fish recipes. It's easy to make and can be customized with different ingredients such as bacon, chives, or sour cream depending on your preferences. Serve it warm with a pat of butter on top and enjoy the taste of Ireland in every bite!

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, boil the potatoes until tender. Drain and mash them with a potato masher.
2.	In a separate pot, cook the cabbage and onions until tender.
3.	In the same pot, add the milk, butter, cream cheese, salt, and pepper.
4.	Stir in the mashed potatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

PROS

Cream Cheese Colcannon is a classic Irish side dish that is hearty, filling, and delicious.
It is perfect for any occasion, from a cozy weeknight dinner to a festive St.
Patrick’s Day feast.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and carbohydrates due to the combination of potatoes and cream cheese.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cream Cheese Colcannon is not particularly healthy on its own, it can be a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium. Additionally, the cabbage in this recipe is high in fiber and antioxidants, which can promote digestive health and reduce inflammation.

	1 pound potatoes
	4 cups shredded cabbage
	1 large onion , chopped
	1/2 cup skim milk
	1 tablespoon butter
	1 package cream cheese
	1 pinch salt and ground black pepper