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A bowl of colcannon with butter.
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Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes)

Colcannon is an Irish favorite that's a comforting blend of creamy mashed potatoes, warm, leafy greens, and a slab of buttery goodness.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Irish
Keyword: Colcannon, Colcannon Recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 447kcal
Author: Lisa Bryan

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Yukon gold or Russet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter or ghee
  • 4 cups (lightly packed) chopped kale or cabbage
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced
  • ½ cup milk any type works
  • salt and pepper to taste
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water, with about an inch of water above the potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork tender.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a separate large pot over medium heat and add the chopped kale. Cook the kale for 3-4 minutes, until wilted. Add the green onions (reserve a small amount for garnish) and stir together for another minute.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander, then add them to the kale. Pour in the milk, and season with salt and pepper. Mash the potatoes with the greens until fluffy and well combined.
    Mashing colcannon in a pot.
  • Transfer the colcannon to a serving bowl and top with a light sprinkle of green onion and a pat of butter.
    A small bowl of colcannon next to a napkin.

Nutrition

Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 2146mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 24254IU | Vitamin C: 330mg | Calcium: 394mg | Iron: 5mg