Irish Mashed Potatoes
Bring a taste of Ireland to your table with these creamy and flavorful Irish Mashed Potatoes, also known as Colcannon. This traditional recipe combines buttery russet potatoes with sautéed green cabbage, vibrant green onions, and a hint of garlic for a savory twist on classic mashed potatoes. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, and enriched with warm milk and melted butter, this dish delivers incredible texture and depth. Ready in just 40 minutes, Irish Mashed Potatoes make a comforting side dish for holidays, St. Patrick's Day, or simply a hearty weeknight meal. Pair it with roasted meats or enjoy it as a stand-alone delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 cups Green cabbage
- 4 stalks Green onions
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks for even cooking.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Chop the green cabbage finely and sauté it in the skillet until it becomes tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Finely slice the green onions and mince the garlic. Add them to the skillet with the sautéed cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them with a potato masher or a ricer until smooth.
In a small saucepan, warm the milk and the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter until the butter has melted.
Gradually add the warm milk and butter mixture to the mashed potatoes, stirring to achieve a creamy consistency.
Stir in the sautéed cabbage, green onions, and garlic. Mix well to combine.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve hot as a side dish or on its own. Enjoy your traditional Irish-style mashed potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.6 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 2623 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.3 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 5871 mg | 125% | |
*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.
