A colcannon recipe, for a healthy Saint Patrick's day. Colcannon is an Irish staple, heck they love it so much, there's even a traditional Gaelic song about it. Though I'm not Irish myself, I don't wait around until St. Patrick's day rolls around to enjoy this simple but satisfying dish.
Colcannon is really just mashed potatoes with kale or cabbage mixed in, but it's one of those concoctions where the sum is equal to more than the parts. I prefer the kale version, so that is what I am sharing with you today.
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I actually made the batch pictured here about a month ago. It is a bit heavier on the kale than most people make it, but I like to mix white beans into the leftovers, when reheating, for a quick vegetarian meal, so the extra greens ensure there's plenty of nutrients. Colcannon is comfort food at it's best.
While this Irish mashed potato recipe is typically served with regional fare, it also goes great with kielbasa or salmon.
This kale colcannon recipe is easier than most. I don't fuss with extra pans and such. One is sufficient.
Ingredients
- 2-3 lbs potatoes peeled or thin skinned
- 1 bunch fresh kale
- ½ cup milk or cream
- 2 tbs butter
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the potatoes into small cubes and put in large pan. Add water to cover potatoes.
- Place on med-high burner.
- Cut the thick stems out of kale, and chop the leaves. Pile the kale on top of the potatoes and cover. It will steam up there, don't worry if some gets mixed in with the potatoes and boils.
- Once the potatoes are soft, drain well and add remaining ingredients.
- Mash and mix well.
- Serve as you would typical mashed potatoes, or add some sauteed onion or bacon for extra flavor.
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courtney says
Never heard of this - but yum!! And such beautiful pictures!
Tricia Nightowlmama says
not sure what colcannon is but I'm sure you had to of found it tasty to put together that delicious craeations
Kathleen Bunn says
I have never tried them with Kale, but as an Irish girl, I generally love potatoes in any form.
Allie M says
I've never heard of it with kale, either, only with leeks or cabbage.
Theresa says
Mmm yummy! I've got to make this sometime soon.
Emily @FamilyNLifeLV says
Smart to mix Kale in!! I love that superfood!
Shell Fruscione says
That looks really yummy! I keep trying to find new ways to use kale.
Vanessa says
great recipe. thanks so much for sharing.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I've never heard of colcannon before, but it sounds mighty tasty!
Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says
I've never heard of this in my life, but I sure like what's inside of it!
Leilani says
I've never heard of colcannon before. My husband has a close friend who is Irish and we've been trying a bunch of different Irish dishes lately.
Tammy says
My mom used to make something like this when we were growing up - she used spinach instead of kale, and added bacon pieces to it. Wonderful comfort food 🙂
Jenn says
Never heard of it. Sounds good though!
Andrea says
I had never heard of this until now but it sounds good. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Marcie W. says
I've never heard of Colcannon but it sounds scrumptious!
Donna says
I love kale and LOVE anything with potatoes, I'd love this!
Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies says
I've only had colcannon with cabbage--I'm kind of obsessed with kale, though, so I love the idea of using that instead! I love your redesign too, BTW. 🙂
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
Okay, I was already planning to post a similar recipe that we make in the Netherlands. Just wanted to give you a heads up and let you know I'm not copying 😛 Plus, your pics are always prettier any way.
Jelma Louw says
Randomly saw this on Pinterest. I grew up on this recipe, as I was born in The Netherlands. Except we called in Boerenkool. I love it especially with sausage mmmmm!
Stephanie says
I made this recipe tonight and it turned out AMAZING! Thanks for sharing!
Robin Gagnon says
Once you start, you'll find yourself tossing greens into your mashed pretty regularly :).
Jennifer @TheRebelChick says
I've never heard of this before but it looks delicious!
Caroline says
I am from Ireland ...ie born there lived there for first 20 years of my life ..still have family there ...
Colcannon is made with cabbage not kale ....
Stefani says
I will never make plain mashed potatoes again. I may try it with cabbage next time.