Ingredients
Potatoes
- 3 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes – not peeled
Vegetables
- 4 cups kale – chopped
- 10 green onions – ½ cup sliced
Dairy
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp white cheddar – grated
- 4 tbsp. salted butter
Seasoning
- Salt & pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash the Yukon gold potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
- Cook Kale: While the potatoes are boiling, wash and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces. In a separate pan, sauté the kale over medium heat using 1 tablespoon of the butter until wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Slice Green Onions: Clean and thinly slice the green onions, reserving the whites and greens separately to add freshness and flavor layers.
- Mash Potatoes: Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and return them to the pot or a large bowl. Add the remaining butter and mash the potatoes until smooth.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream gradually while mashing to achieve a creamy texture. Stir in the grated sharp white cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold in the sautéed kale and sliced green onions, reserving some green onion tops for garnish. Mix everything gently but thoroughly to distribute evenly.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper according to your preference, tasting as you go to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the colcannon to a serving bowl and garnish with remaining green onion tops. Serve immediately as a delicious side dish for any meal.
Notes
- Do not peel the Yukon gold potatoes to preserve nutrients and add subtle texture.
- You can substitute kale with cabbage for a traditional variation.
- For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with milk or a milk alternative.
- Make sure to sauté the kale well to reduce bitterness and enhance flavor.
- Colcannon can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of cream to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
