Colcannon with kale
Colcannon with kale is a comforting Irish mashed potato dish that’s creamy, buttery, and packed with flavor.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes (Russet or Yukon gold)
- 1 cup Kale (chopped)
- 3 Tablespoons Green onion (The white part of the green onion, chopped)
- 3 tbsp Green onion (The green part of the green onion, chopped)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 to 2 pinches Ground nutmeg (optional)
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes, rinse them thoroughly, and place them in a pot. Cover with cold water, season with salt, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
- In a skillet, melt half of the butter over low heat. Add the chopped white parts of the green onions and cook for about 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the kale and continue cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes until it softens but retains its bright green color.
- Once the potatoes are done, drain them and return them to the pot. Add half of the milk, the remaining butter, nutmeg, and black pepper. Mash until smooth, gradually pouring in the remaining milk as needed.
- Fold in the sautéed kale mixture along with the green parts of the onions.
- Stir everything together, taste, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve warm with extra butter on top and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes.
- Warm the milk before adding it to prevent the potatoes from cooling down too quickly. Warm milk also keeps the mashed potatoes fluffy.
- If you prefer a milder onion flavor, soak the green onions in warm water for a few minutes before using them.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with corned beef and cabbage or any roasted meat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and reheat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
Calories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 499mgPotassium: 875mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 854IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 2mg
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