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Irish Colcannon

Creamy Irish Colcannon: Comfort Food Classic Made Easy

A comforting Irish Colcannon with buttery potatoes, tender greens, and crispy bacon, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 large Russet Potatoes
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes
For the Creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 cup Green Cabbage
For the Flavor
  • 4 slices Crispy Cooked Bacon
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Potato Masher
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and chunk the large Russet and Yukon Gold potatoes. Place them in a large saucepan, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let sit briefly.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped medium onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender and translucent. Stir in chopped green cabbage and cook for another 7-8 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained potatoes with the sautéed onions and cabbage. Add in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Mash until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning with kosher salt and fresh pepper.
  4. Gently fold in half of the crispy cooked bacon into the potato mixture, ensuring even distribution without over-mixing.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl, topping with remaining crispy bacon and a few pats of butter. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a dairy-free option, substitute olive oil for butter and almond or oat milk for cream. Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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