How to Make Alison's Colcannon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that combines creamy mashed potatoes with sautéed leafy greens, such as cabbage or kale. It's the perfect comfort food to warm you up on a chilly evening, and it pairs wonderfully with a variety of main dishes. Alison's Colcannon is a recipe that has been passed down through her family for generations, and it's a beloved staple at her dinner table.

What sets Alison's Colcannon apart from other recipes is the extra touch of love and care she puts in...

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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds potatoes, scrubbed and cubed with skin
  • ½ cup butter, divided
  • 1 cup fat-free sour cream
  • 1 large head cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 bunch green onions, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Place potatoes in a large pot, and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes, until potatoes are soft enough to mash. Drain. Transfer to a large serving bowl, and mash potatoes with 1/4 cup of butter and all of the sour cream until well blended.
  • Melt remaining butter in a large pot (you can use the same pot) over medium heat. Add garlic and green onion, and cook, stirring until softened. Add the cabbage, cover the pan, and let the cabbage steam for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir the cabbage mixture into the mashed potatoes, and season liberally with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    264 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 121mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 79mg
    • Calcium: 122mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1031mg