COLCANNON

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A traditional favourite coming from Britain. Super side dish for serving up on Saint Patrick's Day as the potato was a daily staple for the Irish country folk. Also known to us as 'Bubble & Squeak' which is traditional done to use up the left-overs of mashed potato and cabbage.

Provided by Rhonda Widgery

Categories     Vegetables

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lb potatoes, russets
2 stick butter
1 1/4 c milk, hot
1 cabbage, head
4 scallions, finely chopped
1 lb bacon, cooked
1-2 sprig(s) parsley, garnish
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1. After scrubbing the potatoes peel or leave skins on; cut potatoes in good size pieces and boil in salted water until tender. This can be done by poking a sharp small knife into a potato chunk, if it slides off the potatoes are ready to be strained and mashed.
  • 2. Once strained return the potatoes to the saucepan, add the butter and some of the hot milk and begin to mash gradually adding all the milk. The consistancy of the potatoes should be thick and creamy if you should have any lumps remove them. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • 3. Core the head of cabbage and cut into pieces, place into cold water with the scallions and bring to a boil. Cook until turns to a bit of a darker colour and the flesh has soften. Add a couple of tablespoons of butter and cover with a lid for a couple of minutes in order to tenderize the cabbage.
  • 4. Drain the cabbage thoroughly then chop it into small pieces. Crumble the cooked bacon and combine the bacon, cabbage and scallion with the mashed potatoes, stirring gently together.
  • 5. What I do with my 'bubble & squeak' is place the potato mixture into pan and decorate using a wooden spatula in a swirling motion and brown under the broiler until slightly browned. As an addition sprinkle some grated cheddar cheese over the top before putting in under the broiler, of course this is optional.

Okiki Ola
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Khuzaima Khan
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few ingredients, but it's so flavorful.


Mitch Clarke
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This is a great comfort food recipe. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


jeanine moore
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I made this recipe for a St. Patrick's Day party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy potatoes and the crispy cabbage.


Flame Boy
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This was my first time trying colcannon, and I was pleasantly surprised. It was very easy to make, and the flavors were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Samart Ghosh
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I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cabbage was cooked perfectly, and the potatoes were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ian Boxall
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This colcannon recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family dinner. Everyone loves it!


Hassan Sarfraz
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I made this recipe for my family, and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up!


Ted Mead
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover mashed potatoes. I always have some leftover after Thanksgiving, and this is a great way to use them up.


Steven Cox
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I love the addition of bacon to this recipe. It adds a nice smoky flavor that really complements the cabbage and potatoes.


Ojiobi Chisom
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Delicious and comforting. I made this on a cold winter night, and it was the perfect meal to warm me up.


Mpakoeng Metsing
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I've been making colcannon for years, and this recipe is by far the best. The potatoes were so creamy and the cabbage was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be using this recipe again and again.


Najam Saqib
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Easy and delicious! I made this for a potluck, and it was a hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Hamad Minhas
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This was my first time making colcannon, and it turned out great! I used green cabbage, and it added a nice pop of color to the dish. I also added a bit of chopped parsley for garnish.


Margie Charles
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Yum! I love colcannon, and this recipe did not disappoint. The cabbage was cooked perfectly, and the potatoes were creamy and flavorful. I served it with roasted chicken, and it was a perfect meal.


Durjoy Biswad
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Easy to follow recipe and turned out delicious! I added a bit of extra butter and garlic to the mashed potatoes, and used a mix of sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheese. ?


Kasparas Lazauskis
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This colcannon recipe was a hit at our dinner party! The combination of creamy mashed potatoes, tender cabbage, and crispy bacon was perfect. I especially appreciated the tip about using a potato ricer to get the smoothest texture. Will definitely be


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