Description
Irish Mashed Potatoes, traditionally known as Colcannon, is a hearty and comforting dish blending the creaminess of mashed potatoes with the flavors of kale or cabbage, enriched with butter and often leeks or green onions for a savory twist.
Ingredients
6 medium potatoes (Use starchy or floury potatoes)
50ml/1/4 cup whole milk
6–8 green onions (green parts only)
100g/1/2 cup unsalted butter
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Infuse the Milk
Add sliced green onions to milk.
Bring the mixture to a boil at low heat.
Take off the heat and let the green onions infuse the milk.
Step 2: Boil and Mash the Potatoes
Peel and quarter the potatoes.
Boil the potatoes in salted water until very tender.
Drain the potatoes and let them steam dry for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the hot milk with the infused green onions.
Mash the potatoes well.
Add butter, salt, and white pepper to taste.
Continue to mash until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Serve and Enjoy
Transfer the Irish mashed potatoes to a serving dish.
Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy this comforting Irish dish!
Serve as a delightful side dish or as the perfect accompaniment to your favorite main course. May the flavors of Ireland bring warmth to your table! 
Notes
- For a richer dish, substitute milk with cream.
- Can be made vegan by using plant-based butter and milk.
- Add cooked bacon or ham for a non-vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg