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Classic Irish Colcannon Mashed Potatoes

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Irresistible Traditional Irish Colcannon Recipe features creamy mashed potatoes blended with sautéed cabbage and scallions for a classic Irish side dish.

Ingredients

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2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and chopped
3 cups finely shredded green cabbage or chopped kale
4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
1/2 cup whole milk warmed
3 scallions thinly sliced
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Optional chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender.
  2. Sauté cabbage in half the butter until soft.
  3. Add scallions and cook briefly.
  4. Mash potatoes and stir in warm milk and remaining butter.
  5. Fold in cabbage mixture.
  6. Season and serve warm.

Notes

Warm the milk before adding to keep potatoes smooth. Avoid overmixing to maintain light texture.