Irish Mashed Potatoes

Bring a taste of Ireland to your table with these creamy and flavorful Irish Mashed Potatoes, also known as Colcannon. This traditional recipe combines buttery russet potatoes with sautéed green cabbage, vibrant green onions, and a hint of garlic for a savory twist on classic mashed potatoes. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, and enriched with warm milk and melted butter, this dish delivers incredible texture and depth. Ready in just 40 minutes, Irish Mashed Potatoes make a comforting side dish for holidays, St. Patrick's Day, or simply a hearty weeknight meal. Pair it with roasted meats or enjoy it as a stand-alone delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 cups Green cabbage
• 4 stalks Green onions
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks for even cooking.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Chop the green cabbage finely and sauté it in the skillet until it becomes tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Finely slice the green onions and mince the garlic. Add them to the skillet with the sautéed cabbage and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them with a potato masher or a ricer until smooth.

Step 8

In a small saucepan, warm the milk and the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter until the butter has melted.

Step 9

Gradually add the warm milk and butter mixture to the mashed potatoes, stirring to achieve a creamy consistency.

Step 10

Stir in the sautéed cabbage, green onions, and garlic. Mix well to combine.

Step 11

Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 12

Serve hot as a side dish or on its own. Enjoy your traditional Irish-style mashed potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1427 grams (1427.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1702

Total Fat 80.10g	103%
Saturated Fat 46.60g	233%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 215mg	72%
Sodium 2623mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 224.30g	82%
Dietary Fiber 20.70g	74%
Total Sugars 27.50g
Protein 37.90g	76%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 561mg	43%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 5871mg	125%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 50.7%