How to make a delicious Colcannon Potatoes | Promptrr.io

Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish made with mashed potatoes, cabbage or kale, butter, and sometimes scallions or leeks. It’s a comforting and hearty side dish. Here’s how to make it:

**Ingredients:**

– 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced

– 4 cups chopped cabbage or kale (or a mix of both)

– 4 tablespoons butter

– 1/2 cup milk or cream

– Salt and pepper, to taste

– Optional: 2-3 chopped scallions or 1-2 leeks (white and light green parts), thinly sliced

– Optional: Crispy bacon bits or grated cheese for topping (if desired)

**Instructions:**

1. **Boil the Potatoes:** Place the peeled and diced potatoes in a large pot of cold, salted water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.

2. **Cook the Cabbage/Kale:** In another pot, cook the chopped cabbage and/or kale in boiling salted water for about 5-7 minutes or until they’re tender. Drain them well.

3. **Mash the Potatoes:** Mash the cooked potatoes while they’re still hot. You can use a potato masher or a ricer for a smoother texture. Add the butter and mash it into the potatoes until it melts.

4. **Add Milk or Cream:** Gradually add the milk or cream to the mashed potatoes, stirring continuously, until you achieve the desired creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. **Add Cabbage/Kale:** Gently fold the cooked cabbage and/or kale into the mashed potatoes. If you’re using scallions or leeks, you can add them at this stage as well. Mix everything together until well combined.

6. **Serve:** Colcannon is typically served hot. You can top it with additional pats of butter or, if you like, crispy bacon bits or grated cheese for extra flavor.

7. **Enjoy:** Serve your colcannon as a side dish with your favorite meat or enjoy it on its own as a comforting meal.

Colcannon is a versatile dish, and you can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste. Some people also like to add a pinch of nutmeg or other seasonings for extra flavor. It’s a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and greens while creating a delicious and satisfying meal.