Colcannon

Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish that dates back to the 18th century. It's a comforting blend of creamy mashed potatoes and vibrant greens, brought together with a touch of rich melted butter. This delightful dish can serve as a hearty main course or a delicious side, echoing the simple goodness of the past.

Ingredients

🥔 1-1.5 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
🥬 1 bunch kale, stemmed and roughly chopped
🧈 2-3 tablespoons butter, melted
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Ground pepper
💧 Water

Instructions

1- Prepare Potatoes:

• Peel your potatoes and dice them into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking.

2- Boil Potatoes:

• Place the diced potatoes into a copper pot filled with water.
• Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.

3- Drain Potatoes:

• Using a wooden steamer or colander, carefully drain the potatoes over the sink.

4- Mash Potatoes:

• Transfer the drained potatoes to a ceramic mixing bowl.
• Use a wooden potato masher to mash them to a mostly smooth consistency.

5- Prepare Greens:

• Wash the kale thoroughly and remove any thick stems.

6- Boil Greens:

• Drop the kale into a pot of boiling water.
• Boil briefly for 1-2 minutes until just tender.

7- Drain and Chop Greens:

• Drain the kale well and squeeze out excess water.
• Chop them finely on a wooden cutting board.

8- Melt Butter:

• In a copper pot, melt the butter gently.

9- Combine Ingredients:

• Add the chopped kale to the mashed potatoes in the ceramic mixing bowl.
• Pour the melted butter over the mixture.

10- Season and Mix:
- Season generously with ground pepper and salt.
- Mix thoroughly with the wooden potato masher or a small wooden spoon.

11- Serve Immediately:
- Shape the mixture into a mound on a wooden plate.
- Drizzle a bit more melted butter on top, if desired.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 20-23 minutes
Total Time: 35-43 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 200
Proteins: 4g
Fats: 8g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment:

• Large knife
• Wooden cutting board
• Metal bucket/bowl
• Copper pot with handle
• Wooden steamer/colander
• Ceramic mixing bowl
• Wooden potato masher
• Small ceramic shakers
• Small wooden spoon
• Wooden plate

Cooking Tips

• For a smoother texture, mash the potatoes thoroughly before adding the kale.
• Adjust seasoning based on personal preference.
• Consider using cabbage for a milder flavor if kale is not available.

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