Colcannon Potatoes
Colcannon potatoes are a classic Irish dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with nutritious greens, perfect for festive occasions or regular meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup butter, divided 1/4 cup for serving
- 6 cups lightly packed kale, chopped
- 1 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup crumbled bacon, cooked
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook them for about 20 minutes, or until they are fork tender.
- Drain the potatoes and set them aside.
- Return the pot to medium/high heat and add 1/2 cup of butter. Add the chopped kale and season it with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Next, add the chopped green onions and cook for one additional minute, stirring often.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine all the ingredients. Then add the drained potatoes.
- Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes and mix everything together.
- Taste the mixture and season with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Finally, stir in the cooked bacon crumbles.
- Serve the colcannon potatoes drizzled with the remaining 1/4 cup melted butter.
Notes
Colcannon potatoes can be served warm as a side dish alongside meats or stews. They can also be enjoyed on their own or with your favorite sauce. For a festive touch, garnish with additional bacon or green onions before serving. For extra creaminess, feel free to add more heavy cream or butter. If you want a vegetarian version, you can omit the bacon or replace it with a plant-based alternative. Adding cheese, like cheddar, can enhance the flavor even more!