Colcannon Potatoes Recipe

Colcannon Potatoes Recipe
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100% would make again

Every Irish family has its own version or this classic dish...my recipe comes from my father's family in Ireland. It's part of my St. Pat's menu, along with lamb chops, carrots and soda bread.

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  • 12-16 Servings
  • Prep: 10 min. Cook: 35 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • Salt and coarsely ground pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • Crumbled cooked bacon and minced fresh parsley

Directions

  • In a large saucepan, bring cabbage and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain, reserving cooking liquid. Keep cabbage warm.
  • Place cooking liquid and potatoes in a large saucepan; add enough additional water to cover the potatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-17 minutes or until tender. Drain and keep warm.
  • In a small saucepan, bring milk and onions to a boil; remove from the heat. In a large bowl, mash potatoes. Add milk mixture; beat until blended. Beat in the cabbage, salt and pepper. Drizzle with the melted butter, bacon and parsley. Yield: 12-16 servings.

Colcannon Potatoes published in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2003, p188

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Colcannon Potatoes Recipe

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Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2009 by enonwosdog

I had this dish two years ago when I was in Ireland so when I saw this recipe I had to try it. It is a really great side dish.

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