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Cozy Colcannon Irish Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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A comforting Irish mashed potatoes dish blended with buttery cabbage and scallions, perfect for cozy dinners and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 3 cups roughly chopped green cabbage (about 150g)
  • 4 medium scallions, finely sliced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • ½ cup whole milk, warmed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and quarter 2 pounds of Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
  3. While potatoes boil, roughly chop 3 cups green cabbage. Add cabbage to a smaller pot of boiling salted water and cook for 3-4 minutes until just tender but still bright green. Drain well and set aside.
  4. In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, warm 4 tablespoons butter and ½ cup whole milk together until butter melts and mixture is warm but not boiling.
  5. Drain potatoes thoroughly in a colander and let them sit for a minute to steam off excess moisture.
  6. Return potatoes to the pot or a large mixing bowl. Mash with a potato masher until mostly smooth but still a bit chunky for texture.
  7. Add cooked cabbage and 4 finely sliced scallions to the potatoes. Gently fold together with a wooden spoon to keep some texture contrast.
  8. Slowly pour in the warm butter and milk mixture, folding gently to combine. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning and texture as desired.
  10. Serve warm, optionally adding a pat of butter on top.

Notes

Avoid over-mashing to prevent gluey potatoes. Warm milk and butter before adding to keep mash creamy. Fold cabbage and scallions gently to maintain texture. Start potatoes in cold water for even cooking.

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