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Colcannon (Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage) Recipe

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By Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, About.com

Potatoes and Cabbage have been sustenance foods in Ireland for ages. This classic Irish dish combines the mashed potatoes and cabbage. Add some chopped boiled beef and you have a dish known as Bubble & Squeak.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 6 cooked potatoes, mashed or 4 cups prepared instant mashed potatoes (prepared according to directions on package)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation:

Place cabbage, onion, and water in a saucepan or Dutch oven and quickly bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer about 8 minutes until tender. Do not overcook.

Add mashed potatoes, milk, butter or margarine, salt, and pepper. Mix well, stirring often until heated through.

Colcannon is served warm as a side dish.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

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