In the realm of hearty and comforting dishes, colcannon mashed potatoes and cabbage emerge as a culinary masterpiece. This traditional Irish dish combines the velvety smoothness of mashed potatoes with the vibrant flavors of cabbage, offering a delightful symphony of textures and tastes. With its humble origins in Ireland, colcannon has become a beloved dish enjoyed worldwide, gracing tables during special occasions and everyday meals alike.
This article presents a collection of delectable colcannon recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic. From the traditional Irish colcannon, bursting with sautéed cabbage, leeks, and bacon, to the modern variations infused with unique ingredients like kale, sweet potatoes, and roasted garlic, these recipes cater to diverse culinary preferences. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the diverse flavors of colcannon, a dish that embodies both tradition and innovation.
DIANE'S COLCANNON
While colcannon seems to be associated with St. Patrick's Day, I love the combination of potatoes, cabbage, onion, and bacon all through the cooler months of fall and winter! I attend an annual St. Paddy's Day party and this is the dish I'm always asked to bring...and I'm happy to say that the bowl comes home empty every time!
Provided by DianeF
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, reserving drippings, crumble and set aside. In the reserved drippings, saute the cabbage and onion until soft and translucent. Putting a lid on the pan helps the vegetables cook faster.
- Drain the cooked potatoes, mash with milk and season with salt and pepper. Fold in the bacon, cabbage, and onions, then transfer the mixture to a large serving bowl. Make a well in the center, and pour in the melted butter. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 217.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
COLCANNON RECIPE (CABBAGE AND POTATOES)
Colcannon is the perfect dish for St. Patrick's Day! Combining the flavors of sweet cabbage, fried onion and creamy mashed potatoes creates a traditional Irish dish that will fill the family and leave them feeling satisfied!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Side Dish
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook potatoes 12-15 minutes or until fork tender.
- If using white onion, dice into ½-inch pieces. If using leeks, cut off the dark greens and discard. Thinly slice the whites and light green parts, rinse well. Set aside. Cut cabbage into 1-inch pieces.
- Meanwhile, if using, cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Set aside to cool, reserve drippings.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the bacon drippings. If you are not using bacon, add 3 tablespoons of butter to a large skillet.
- Cook onion or leeks and cabbage over medium heat in the drippings or butter until onion is translucent and cabbage is tender.
- Once cooked, drain the potatoes and place them back into the warm pot. Mash potatoes with a potato masher adding cream and ¼ cup butter as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold together mashed potatoes, cabbage & onions. Top with additional melted butter if desired and crumbled bacon if using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 216 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
COLCANNON MASHED POTATOES
Steps:
- Place the potatoes and 2 tablespoons salt in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the potatoes by at least 1 inch and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer until the potatoes are cooked through and fork tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the half-and-half, butter, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then turn off then heat and set aside.
- Drain the potatoes and pass through a ricer into a large bowl. Remove the garlic from the half-and-half mixture. Stir the half-and-half mixture, cabbage, three-quarters of the green onions and salt and pepper to taste into the potatoes until combined. Top with the remaining green onions and extra pepper.
CREAMY MASHED POTATOES WITH CABBAGE
For a buttery dish with wonderful texture and flavor, we make the comfort food known as "colcannon," an Irish version of mashed potatoes with cabbage. -Peggy Goodrich, Enid, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine cabbage, onion and 1/4 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain potatoes; return to pan. Mash potatoes, gradually adding milk, butter, salt and pepper. Drain cabbage; stir into potato mixture.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- For a creamier texture, use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes.
- To save time, use pre-shredded cabbage.
- Add a splash of cream or milk for a richer flavor.
- Season the colcannon to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve the colcannon immediately, or reheat it gently in a saucepan over low heat.
Conclusion:
Colcannon is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and cabbage, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, colcannon is sure to please everyone at your table.
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