Irish Colcannon (Creamy Potatoes and Cabbage)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Comforting Irish Colcannon recipe for a hearty meal

Irish Colcannon (Creamy Potatoes and Cabbage)

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb cabbage or 1 lb kale
	1 lb potato , peeled and diced ( about 4 potatoes )
	2 2 small onions or 6 green onions with tops , chopped
	1/2 cup cream or 1/2 cup milk
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon pepper
	1/8 teaspoon mace

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

350

Sugar

Fat

16g

Irish Colcannon is a traditional dish in Ireland, usually served on Halloween and Saint Patrick's Day. This hearty meal combines mashed potatoes, cabbage or kale, and onions with cream or milk and spices. It is a perfect comfort food during cold weather and a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The dish has gained popularity outside of Ireland due to its simple yet tasty ingredients and ease of preparation. It can be served as a side dish or made into a main meal by adding cooked meat or baked beans.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, boil the cabbage or kale until tender. Drain and set aside.
2.	In the same pot, boil the potatoes until they are soft and mashable. Drain and set aside.
3.	In a frying pan, sauté the onions until they are translucent.
4.	Combine the cabbage or kale, potatoes, onions, cream or milk, salt, pepper, and mace in a large mixing bowl. Use a potato masher or fork to mix and mash the ingredients until they are creamy and well combined.
5.	Serve hot as a side dish or main meal.

PROS

Irish Colcannon is a great way to incorporate vegetables into your diet while still enjoying a comforting and hearty meal.
It also provides a good source of vitamins and minerals.

CONS

This recipe contains cream or milk, which may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
It is also high in carbohydrates and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Irish Colcannon is packed with nutrients such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Kale and cabbage, the main ingredients, are low in calories and high in antioxidants, which have been linked to lower risk of chronic diseases. Mace, a spice used in this recipe, has been associated with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects as well as aiding in digestion.