Colcannon

Mashed potatoes, cabbage and green onions combine in a traditional Irish dish. Great with sliced corned beef, pork or lamb.

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 pounds (6 medium size) potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) Challenge Butter
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/2 small head of cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup chopped green onions including green portion
• 1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Add salt to water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. add potatoes and return to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender. Drain.
3. Mash potatoes until no lumps remain.
4. Gradually beat in milk and 1/4 cup butter. Cover and set aside.
5. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium heat.
6. Sauté onions and shredded cabbage for about 5 minutes.
7. Fold bacon and onion/cabbage mixture into mashed potatoes.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Transfer mixture to a large serving bowl.
10. Serve warm as a side dish with slices of corned beef, pork or lamb.

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: Challenge Dairy