Colcannon - Mashed potatoes with greens
Colcannon is a classic Irish dish that offers comfort food at its best, featuring creamy mashed potatoes intermingled with cooked leafy greens and rich butter. The greens, usually kale or cabbage, are sautéed until just tender and then folded into buttery mashed potatoes along with milk or cream for added richness. This hearty dish can be seasoned to taste with salt, pepper, and often a hint of nutmeg or green onions for extra flavor. Colcannon is traditionally served as a warming side dish but can also be a satisfying vegetarian main course. Enjoy it topped with a melting pat of butter and paired with a variety of meats or stews if desired. Description by ChatGPT.
Dive into the heart of Irish culinary tradition with this heartwarming and classic dish, Colcannon. As attributed to Cast Iron Chaos, we're bringing the authentic taste of Ireland to your kitchen with an easy-to-follow recipe that's perfect for any occasion, not just St. Patrick's Day. This rustic comfort food is a wholesome blend of potatoes, cabbage, and greens that's ideal for a cozy night in or a festive gathering.
Ingredients:
- 3 pounds russet potatoes (unpeeled and quartered)
- 1 small onion (finely minced)
- 3 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
- 1/2 head of green cabbage (chopped)
- 3 slices of bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt (for boiling water and to taste)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus extra for serving)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Equipment: Cast iron pot, cast iron skillet, potato masher
Instructions:
1. Begin by filling your cast iron pot with water, seasoned generously with salt, and bringing it to a boil.
2. Carefully add the quartered russet potatoes to the boiling water.
3. In the meanwhile, mince your onion finely and prepare the fresh spinach or kale.
4. Once the potatoes have started to soften, add the chopped cabbage on top of the potatoes in the same pot.
5. Reduce the heat to medium and let the vegetables boil for a total of 50 minutes, covering with a lid. This also includes time to bring the water to an initial boil.
6. While the vegetables are cooking, slice the bacon into small pieces and fry them in your cast iron skillet over medium heat until crisp.
7. After 50 minutes, drain the pot. The potatoes and cabbage should have softened nicely.
8. Mash the vegetables directly in the pot and to the mash, add the cooked bacon, heavy cream, dried parsley, basil, black pepper, and the 3 tablespoons of butter. Mash until evenly mixed and creamy.
9. Create a well in the center of the Colcannon and add a knob of butter for presentation and flavor.
10. Serve hot and enjoy the comfort of this traditional Irish dish at any time of the year.
Cooking Tips:
- Adjust the consistency of the Colcannon with additional cream or butter if desired.
- Using a cast iron pot helps to maintain even heat and a steady boil, leading to perfectly cooked vegetables.
This heartwarming traditional Irish Colcannon is brought to you by Cast Iron Chaos. Experience the authenticity and warmth of Irish cuisine right in your home and be sure to check out their YouTube channel for more culinary inspirations: https://www.youtube.com/@castironchaos
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