Lightened up Irish Potatoes

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Lightened up Irish Potatoes that are creamy and delicious
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes or 1 1/2 lbs red potatoes , halved
6 cups chopped cabbage
4 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
3 green onions , chopped
1/2 cup fat-free cream cheese
1/2 cup fat free sour cream
1/4 cup skim milk
1/4 cup reserved cooking water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
180
Sugar
5g
Fat
3g
Lightened up Irish Potatoes are a healthier take on the classic Irish dish of mashed potatoes and cabbage, also known as colcannon. This dish is often served on St. Patrick's Day in Ireland and in Irish communities around the world. Traditionally, colcannon is made with mashed potatoes, cabbage, butter, and cream. In this recipe, we've lightened up the dish by using fat-free cream cheese and sour cream, and skim milk. The result is a creamy and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Wash the halved potatoes and place them in a large pot. Cover with water and salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
2.Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
3.Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water and drain the rest.
4.Return the potatoes to the pot and add the chopped cabbage, minced garlic, chicken bouillon powder, chopped green onions, fat-free cream cheese, fat-free sour cream, skim milk, reserved cooking water, salt, and black pepper.
5.Mash the mixture with a potato masher or immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
6.Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7.Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

These lightened up Irish potatoes are creamy and delicious, with the same flavor as traditional Irish mashed potatoes but with less fat and fewer calories.

They’re also a great way to use up any leftover cabbage you have on hand.

CONS

This recipe calls for fat-free cream cheese and sour cream, which can be less flavorful than their full-fat counterparts.

The recipe also uses chicken bouillon powder, which contains added sodium and may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These lightened up Irish potatoes are a great source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber.
Cabbage is also high in antioxidants and may help improve digestion and reduce inflammation.
Using fat-free dairy products reduces the overall fat content of the dish, making it a healthier option than traditional Irish mashed potatoes.

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