Colcannon is a classic Irish side dish that combines creamy, buttery mashed potatoes with sautéed greens. Hearty, comforting, and delicious year-round, it’s often enjoyed with ham, salt pork, or bacon and is especially popular at Halloween time in Ireland.
Key Ingredients: – Potatoes – Greens – Butter – Milk or Cream – Salt and Black Pepper – Green Onion or Leeks Swipe up for the full list!
Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15 minutes). Meanwhile, sauté leeks in butter until softened, then add kale and salt, cooking until tender (4-6 minutes).
Mash cooked potatoes in a pot, gradually adding milk for desired consistency. Stir in sautéed kale and leeks, adjusting salt. Serve garnished with minced chives or green onions, if desired.