IRISH COLCANNON

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Colcannon is a very traditional Irish dish which consists of mashed potatoes and cabbage. Traditionally colcannon was served at Halloween; The host would mix a coin, a button, and a ring into the colcannon and whoever found them had the following fortunes: coin meant wealth, button meant spinster or bachelor, and a ring meant marriage in the near future-- kind of fun! I like to serve this with Dublin Lawyer on top on St. Patrick's Day, just to change it up from the typical corned beef and cabbage. I also make this in lieu of mashed potatoes, just because it is so much more interesting. Enjoy!

Provided by Sommer Clary

Categories Mashed Potatoes

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

4 cups shredded cabbage (about 1/2 of a cored head)
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1/4 cup water
6 large russet baking potatoes
1 cup heavy whipping cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
pepper, to taste

Steps:

Scrub and cut the potatoes into quarters, and place in a large pot of water. Bring to a boil, and cook until potatoes are tender.
Place the cabbage, onion and water in a large pot and turn heat on to high. When the water starts to boil and sizzle (about a minute), cover the pot with a lid and reduce heat to low, and cook for about 8 minutes until they are tender, not mushy.
Using a potato ricer, press the potato into the pot of cabbage and onion until all of the potato pieces have been pressed (remove the skins between pressings). Add the butter, cream, salt and pepper and gently mix until it is thoroughly combined. Taste to see if any more seasoning is necessary.
Serve warm. If desired, wrap the "coin, ring, and button" in some paper to tuck under the colcannon (you don't want your guests to choke)!

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ILYAS RAMI

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I've never been a big fan of colcannon, but this recipe changed my mind. It was absolutely delicious! The cabbage and potatoes were cooked perfectly and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.

Thanks We

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This colcannon was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The cabbage was cooked to perfection and the potatoes were creamy and smooth. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to an

Abbasi Shahzad

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I made this colcannon for a St. Patrick's Day party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The colcannon was creamy and flavorful, and the bacon added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.

Smith Gulule

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This colcannon is a keeper! I've been making it for years and it never disappoints. The colcannon is always creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice smoky touch. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

Milo Bridger

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I've made this colcannon several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. I love that it's so versatile and can be easily adapted to different tastes.

Asim Tanoli

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I made this colcannon for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make colcannon.

cabbey dheere (cabbey dheere)

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This colcannon was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think it would have been better with less butter and milk. Otherwise, it was a good recipe and the instructions were easy to follow.

Dennis Hamilton

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I found this recipe to be a bit too time-consuming. It took me over an hour to make. However, the end result was worth it. The colcannon was delicious and my family loved it.

hamza sarfraz

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This colcannon was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more salt and pepper. Otherwise, it was a good recipe and the instructions were easy to follow.

David Judge

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Mukesh Mahato

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Virtuous GH

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Moman Butt

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This recipe is a keeper! I've been making it for years and it never disappoints. The colcannon is always creamy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a nice smoky touch. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

Nini Nini

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Ismail SirAlkhatim

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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the bacon from this recipe. It was still absolutely delicious! The cabbage and potatoes were cooked perfectly and the butter and milk added a lovely richness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, vegetari

Oussama Bouhaddou

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This colcannon was a hit at my last dinner party. I served it as a side dish and everyone raved about it. They loved the creamy texture and the smoky flavor of the bacon. I'll definitely be making this again for my next gathering.

Kayla Maxey

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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not the most experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish with relative ease. The instructions were clear and concise, and the end result was a delicious and comforting meal.

Mohamed Hani Shaker

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This colcannon was an absolute delight! The combination of creamy mashed potatoes, tender cabbage, and crispy bacon was pure perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out beautifully. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was s

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