Green Onion Champ
Transform your potato game with this creamy and flavorful Green Onion Champ, a classic Irish-inspired recipe that’s both comforting and versatile. Featuring velvety mashed potatoes infused with the savory aroma of simmered green onions, this dish is elevated with warm milk and a rich touch of butter, creating a perfectly creamy texture with hints of freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an easy-to-make side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, hearty stews, or grilled vegetables. Garnished with optional parsley, this hearty bowl of Green Onion Champ delivers homestyle comfort with a gourmet twist and is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for weeknights or festive dinners, this dish brings simple ingredients together in a harmony of flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Potatoes (starchy variety like Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 6 stalks Green onions (scallions)
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks. This will ensure even cooking.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, thinly slice the green onions, including the white and green parts.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm but not boiling. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and the sliced green onions to the milk, stirring occasionally. Let simmer gently for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Let them sit for 1-2 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth. Gradually add the milk and green onion mixture to the potatoes, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or whisk until fully incorporated.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the Green Onion Champ to a serving bowl, dot the top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, and garnish with optional fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm as a comforting side dish to accompany roasted meats, stews, or grilled vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.9 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2565 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.2 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 596 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 3911 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
