Colcannon - St. Patrick's Day Potato Recipe - Mashed Potatoes with Kale, Leeks, and Spring Onions

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 and dairy-free.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: savoy cabbage

Kale adds nutrients while savoy cabbage is often less expensive.

green onions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: leeks

Chives provide a similar flavor with fewer calories.

Boil kale and leeks for 5-6 minutes in salted water.

Puree kale and leeks with butter and onions in a blender.

Boil russet potatoes until tender, then drain very well.

Combine potatoes with 2 tbsp butter, salt, and pepper to taste.

Add cream or milk to desired consistency.

Top with additional butter and green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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