Colcannon (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cubed
• 1/2 head green cabbage, thinly shredded
• 4 tbsp butter (divided)
• 4 scallions, sliced
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• Salt, pepper

Method

1. Boil potatoes until tender. Drain, mash with milk and 2 tbsp butter.

2. Sauté cabbage in remaining butter 5 min until wilted. Add scallions, 1 min.

3. Fold cabbage into mashed potatoes. Season generously.

What You're Practicing

• A hearty Irish variation on mashed potatoes — the cabbage adds texture and sweetness.
• Traditionally served with a well of melted butter in the center.