IRISH COLCANNON (CREAMY POTATOES AND CABBAGE)

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This dish is a favorite to be served on All Saints Day in Ireland. It is also said that it was a favorite of Jonathan Swift.

Provided by luvinlif2k

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb cabbage or 1 lb kale
1 lb potato, peeled and diced (about 4 potatoes)
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

Steps:

  • Strip outer leaves from cabbage.
  • Shred cabbage (or kale), place in a saucepan with water to cover the bottom and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until crisp-tender, about 5-10 minutes.
  • Drain well.
  • (opt.) Liquefy in blender.
  • Boil potatoes in a separate kettle, covered with water, until tender.
  • In a small saucepan cook leeks or onions and cream(or milk) about 10 minutes.
  • Mash potatoes then season with salt, pepper and mace.
  • Mix in the onions and milk.
  • Combine the potato mixture with cabbage or kale, beating it to a pale green fluff over low heat.
  • Pour into a deep warmed dish.
  • Dab with butter or margarine.
  • NOTE: Leftovers can be fried in oil until crisp and brown on both sides.
  • OPTION: Substitute ground nutmeg for mace.

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This colcannon is so easy to make and it's so delicious! The potatoes are creamy and the cabbage is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Daniel Ekene
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I made this colcannon for my family last night and it was a huge hit! The potatoes were creamy and smooth, and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


xahil malik
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This colcannon is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the creamy potatoes and flavorful cabbage are a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.


Joan Nabulyo
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I'm not usually a fan of colcannon, but this recipe changed my mind. The potatoes were so creamy and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mariska Koso
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This colcannon is so easy to make and it's so delicious! The potatoes are creamy and the cabbage is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Raja Atta
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I've made this colcannon several times now and it's always a hit. The potatoes are creamy and the cabbage is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Simon Toseland
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This colcannon is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's hearty and filling, and the creamy potatoes and flavorful cabbage are a perfect combination.


Meredith Jarrells
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This colcannon is so easy to make and it's so delicious! The potatoes are creamy and the cabbage is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Dipson Magar
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I made this colcannon for my family last night and it was a huge hit! The potatoes were creamy and smooth, and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kajol Ray
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This colcannon is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the creamy potatoes and flavorful cabbage are a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.


Shining Stars
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I'm not usually a fan of colcannon, but this recipe changed my mind. The potatoes were so creamy and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Egbenchung Kingsley
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This colcannon was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the creamy potatoes and the flavorful cabbage. I will definitely be making this again.


Theophilus Jennifer
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I've been making colcannon for years, but this recipe is by far the best. The addition of the cream and butter makes it so rich and creamy. I will never make it any other way again.


Jusan Khan
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I made this colcannon for my family last night and they loved it! It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Natally Small
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This is the best colcannon recipe I've ever tried! The potatoes were creamy and smooth, and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.