Hearty Irish Colcannon with Bacon and Green Onions
A Cozy, Traditional Irish Dish
Colcannon is a comforting Irish dish made from potatoes mixed with cabbage and kale, enhanced with the savory touch of bacon and the sharpness of green onions.
- 1 h 10 min
- 6
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Potatoes
For the Greens
For the Flavors
Optional Additions
Preparation
Marinating the Flavors
Combine Garlic and Oil
Combine the minced garlic and olive oil in a small dish.
Rest
Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to develop flavors.
Set Aside
Set aside until ready to use.
Preparing the Greens
Cook Bacon
Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Sauté Greens
In the same pan, add cabbage, kale, and garlic oil. Sauté until tender.
Cooking Process
Boiling the Potatoes
Place potatoes in a pot, cover with water, add a pinch of salt, and boil until tender, about 20 minutes.
Infusing the Milk
In a saucepan, heat milk and butter until butter melts. Keep warm.
Combining Everything
Drain and mash potatoes, then mix in the infused milk, sautéed greens, bacon, and scallions. Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg.
Plating & Serving
Hearty Irish Colcannon with Bacon and Green Onions
Hearty Irish Colcannon with Bacon and Green Onions
Serve Warm
Spoon the colcannon into a warmed serving dish, creating a small well in the center to add an extra pat of butter for richness.