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Creamy colcannon mashed potatoes with kale served in a bowl

Creamy Colcannon Mashed Potatoes with Kale

Creamy colcannon mashed potatoes with kale offer a delightful twist on the traditional Irish dish, combining fluffy mashed potatoes with the earthy goodness of kale.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and chopped Use starchy potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds.
  • 1 cup kale, chopped Can substitute with spinach or Swiss chard.
  • 4 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon for sautéing kale, remaining for mashed potatoes.
  • 1/2 cup milk Adjust for desired creaminess.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, cover the chopped potatoes with cold water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for about 20 minutes or until tender.
  2. While the potatoes are cooking, sauté the chopped kale in a separate pan with 1 tablespoon of butter until wilted, about 5 minutes.
  3. Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and return to the pot. Add the remaining butter and milk, then mash until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Fold the sautéed kale into the mashed potatoes and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Creamy colcannon mashed potatoes with kale are best served hot. For a classic presentation, serve in a bowl with a well in the center, adding melted butter for extra flavor. Will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freeze for longer storage. Thaw overnight before reheating.