Classic Irish Colcannon | Potatoes, Cabbage and Butter Done Properly

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly option.

Peel and chop white onions into small pieces.

Set chopped onions aside.

Peel and cut 8 large rooster potatoes in half.

Set potatoes aside.

Remove outer leaves from seavoi cabbage and slice thinly, then wash.

In a saucepan, layer chopped onions on the bottom, followed by sliced cabbage, and then the potatoes on top.

Pour water over the ingredients and cover with outer cabbage leaves.

Bring to a boil and simmer for about 30 minutes until potatoes are soft.

Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes to remove excess water.

Add white pepper, salt, butter, and warm milk to the potatoes and mash together until smooth.

Serve in a dish, optionally adding a coin or ring for tradition, and place a hole in the center to add melted butter.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens