IRISH COLCANNON WITH SPRING ONIONS AND LEEKS

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Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that combines mashed potatoes and cabbage. The addition of green onions and leeks punches up the flavors. It's a delicious side that pairs well with any meat. -Angela Spengler, Clovis, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups chopped cabbage
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped leek (white portion only)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, place cabbage in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until tender., Drain potatoes; mash with milk, salt and pepper. Set aside. In a large skillet, saute onions and leek in butter until tender. Drain cabbage; add to skillet with potato mixture. Heat through; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

namayegasofy Female
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Irish food. It's a classic dish that's sure to please everyone at the table.


Nazim Kk
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The colcannon is delicious and it's a great way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.


Jaspal Singh
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I'm not a fan of cabbage, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The spring onions and leeks helped to balance out the flavor of the cabbage.


Lambert frekin James
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The bacon in this recipe adds a nice smoky flavor. I think it's a great addition to the dish.


Sad Boys Tik Toker
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I love the addition of spring onions and leeks to this recipe. They add a delicious flavor and freshness to the dish.


Jermaine Smith
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It's also a delicious and affordable meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Miss Mitho
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves colcannon. It's a delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for a cold winter night.


GABUGO
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and it tasted delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Kieron Sutherland
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I would have preferred a simpler recipe.


CRACKADILE
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my colcannon was too dry. I think I would have added more milk or cream.


Mohammed Hassan IT
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added more salt and pepper.


Jansoon
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the bacon from this recipe. It was still delicious! The spring onions and leeks added plenty of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Karen Lane
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I made this recipe for my Irish friends and they loved it! They said it was the best colcannon they had ever had. I was so happy that I could make them a traditional Irish dish that they enjoyed.


Cumar Maxamed
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This colcannon recipe is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It's also a delicious and hearty meal that's perfect for a cold winter night.


Fatimah Bousen
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family. It's always a hit.


Aaron Basso
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This was a great recipe! I made it last night and it was a hit with my family. The flavors were perfect and the dish was very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


manisha magar
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I'm not usually a fan of colcannon, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of spring onions, leeks, and bacon was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


ABDULLAH GEMOLOGIST
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This colcannon recipe was a hit! The spring onions and leeks added a delicious flavor and freshness to the dish. I also loved the addition of bacon, which gave it a nice smoky flavor. Will definitely be making this again!


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