I must admit, I was a little skeptical going into making this. The thought of cabbage mixed in with my mashed potatoes didn’t sound the greatest. I really wanted to try it, though. (My skepticism turned into intrigue, I guess!) I read through many different recipes and realized that just about everybody has their own way of making colcannon. I decided to use the ingredients that showed up the most frequently in order to try mine. The result? Mashed potatoes loaded with flavor and a skeptic turned believer. 🙂
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| Yes, potatoes and cabbage do taste good together! |
Colcannon – Irish Mashed Potatoes Pin It
Yield: 6-8 servings
Adapted from Simply Recipes and Tyler Florence
Ingredients:
- 4 Russet potatoes, about 2 1/2 lbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 3 1/2 C green cabbage, shredded
- 1 C non-fat milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- chopped chives, optional
Directions:
- Peel potatoes and cut into pieces. Place in a large pot and add cold water until potatoes are covered at least an inch. Bring to a boil, lower heat to simmer and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and return to saucepan. Cover to keep warm.
- In a small saute pan, heat olive oil. Add chopped onion and cook until onion just starts to turn brown.
- In another saucepan, add cabbage, milk, salt, pepper, and browned onions. Cover and cook over medium heat until cabbage is tender, about 15 minutes.
- Add cabbage mixture to potatoes. Add butter and mash everything together. Sprinkle with chives and serve warm.
mike@the culinary lens says
I love colcannon I generally use Kale rather than cabbage. It certainly is a flavorful dish
Anita at Hungry Couple says
I don’t think I’ve ever had colcannon although I’ve heard of it. As Mike said, I thought it was traditionally done with kale but I’ve actually been tempted to make it with spinach. Hey, it’s all green and leafy 🙂
Nish says
I love colcannon but have never actually tried making it! Your recipe sounds lovely! Bookmarked this recipe 🙂
Baker Becky says
I LOVE colcannon and make it all the time! I make Tyler Florence’s recipe and add ham to the dish! Yours look delish!!!
Just for Cooking says
One of my favorite side dishes. I make it with all kinds of greens. Great post. Buzzed!
Abby says
I haven’t ever had this before either! (but seeing the other comments I know now I’m not alone) It sounds so good! Thank you for the introduction 🙂
Nutrition Articles says
Nice innovation !!