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Colcannon with Onions and Leek Recipe

Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that combines mashed potatoes and cabbage. The addition of green onions and leeks punches up the flavors. It's a delicious side that pairs well with any meat. —Angela Spengler, Clovis, New Mexico

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Colcannon with Onions and Leek Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

20 10 30

Ingredients

3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups chopped cabbage
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped leek (white portion only)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Directions

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender.
Meanwhile, place cabbage in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until tender.
Drain potatoes; mash with milk, salt and pepper. Set aside. In a large skillet, saute onions and leek in butter until tender. Drain cabbage; add to skillet with potato mixture. Heat through; sprinkle with parsley. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 213 calories, 12 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 31 mg cholesterol, 392 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Colcannon with Onions and Leek in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2011, p193

Learn about Leeks

A member of the onion family, leeks resemble oversize green onions, with wide green leaves, a fat white stalk and roots at the bulb end. Yet, the flavor of leeks is very subtle. Buy leeks with crisp, brightly colored leaves and an unblemished white stalk. Leeks that are larger than 1-1/2 inches in diameter will be less tender. Refrigerate leeks in a plastic bag for up to 5 days. Before using, cut off the roots. Trim the tough leaf ends. Slit the leek from end to end and wash thoroughly under cold water to remove dirt trapped between the leaf layers. Chop or slice the white portion to use in a variety of recipes.