Traditional Colcannon
Prep:
10 mins
Cook:
20 mins
This traditional Irish potato dish is a perfect accompaniment to any meat dish.
6 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
Pinch salt
4 tbsp olive oil
40g butter
½ head cabbage
80g milk
70g cream (thickened or pouring)
Salt and pepper to season
Cook the potatoes in a pot of salted boiling water for about 15 minutes, until they are soft.
Drain off the water and add the butter. Mash until it is creamy. Set aside.
In a frying pan gently heat the oil on a medium temperature.
Add the cabbage and cook until it is soft.
Add the mashed potatoes, milk and cream.
Season with the salt and pepper.
Serve hot.
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
20 minutes
Main ingredients
Vegetables
Recipe Type
Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine
Irish
Level of Difficulty
Easy
