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 |
337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 543 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1009 mg | 21% | |
*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.
