COLCANNON
I found this wickedly delicious-sounding recipe for a really creamy colcannon in the March 2005 edition of the BBC Good Food magazine. It is a part of Irish cook Kevin Dundon's suggested St Patrick's Day dinner menu. As he says, 'Side dishes don't come more Irish than creamy colcannon'. I really like the sound of his colcannon, because of its decadent creaminess, because Savoy cabbage is so much tastier than other varieties and because this is certainly my favourite way to cook cabbage: with bacon rather than boiled in water. Sounds like an any-time-of-year dish to me! Well I shan't be waiting until 17 March 2006 before making it anyway!
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Tip the potatoes into a large saucepan of water, bring to the boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced.
- Meanwhile, heat quarter of the butter in a pan, then fry the bacon and half the cabbage for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and set aside.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and peel while still hot.
- Mash the potato until smooth, heat the cream with the remaining butter and, when almost boiling, beat into the potato.
- Add the bacon and cabbage to the potato and mix.
- Season, to taste and serve.
- MY NOTES: If you can't find sliced back bacon, I'd suggest using middle rasher bacon, with the rinds and fat removed. The rest of Kevin Dundon's St Patrick's Day menu includes 'Smoked wild Irish salmon with chive pancake and 'Guiness & honey glazed pork loin'. I'll post the other two recipes soon. Both sound scrumptious, and also far too good to hold off making until March 2006. And I'm confident that local salmon will serve the recipe admirably! When in Rome -- When in Ireland -- When -- wherever -- .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442, Fat 33.5, SaturatedFat 17.9, Cholesterol 86.4, Sodium 309.5, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 6.7
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bilal bloch
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cabbage, but I loved this dish. The potatoes and bacon really balanced out the flavor.
Liaquat Malik
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Babirye Bushirah
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I highly recommend it!
Lisa Babygirl
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.
Stephen Pounds
[email protected]This dish is so comforting and flavorful. It's perfect for a cold winter night.
Prudence Paidashe
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses kale instead of cabbage. It's a healthier and more flavorful choice.
Summer Rhoden
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the colcannon turned out great! I served it with roasted chicken and it was a hit with my family.
Junior Okor
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of colcannon, but this recipe changed my mind. The potatoes were fluffy and creamy, the cabbage was tender, and the bacon added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Chand Bhai
[email protected]This is a delicious and comforting dish. It's perfect for a cold winter night. I especially like the way the potatoes and cabbage melt in your mouth.
WilsonB Ntshingila
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The potatoes and cabbage are a classic pairing, and the bacon adds a nice smoky touch. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively healthy, since it uses kale instead of cabbage.
K Muslema
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It's also a great side dish for any meal. I especially like it with roasted chicken or pork.
Allyson Velasquez
[email protected]This was my first time making colcannon, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was easy to follow. The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt and pepper to taste.
meja bill
[email protected]I've made colcannon a few times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The addition of bacon really takes it to the next level. I also love that it uses kale instead of cabbage. It's a healthier and more flavorful choice.
Mian Atiq
[email protected]This colcannon recipe is a keeper! It was so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The potatoes were fluffy and creamy, the cabbage was tender, and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.