Sure, let’s dive deep into the delightful world of Irish cuisine with this comforting and nourishing recipe for Irish Colcannon, a hearty winter vegetable casserole that’s perfect for festive occasions like Christmas or St. Patrick’s Day, or simply for warming up on chilly evenings. 🍀
Irish Colcannon (Winter Vegetable Casserole) Recipe
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: Varies
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Potato |
| 2 | Parsnips |
| 2 | Leeks |
| 1 | Cup of Milk |
| 1 | Bunch of Kale |
| 1/2 | Head of Cabbage |
| 2 | Pinches of Mace |
| 1 | Garlic Clove |
| 1/2 | Teaspoon of Salt |
| 2 | Pinches of Pepper |
| 1 | Tablespoon of Butter |
| 1 | Bunch of Fresh Parsley |
Instructions:
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Cook Potatoes and Parsnips: Begin by cooking the potatoes and parsnips in a pot of boiling water until they’re tender. This usually takes around 20 minutes. Once done, drain them and set aside.
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Prepare Leeks and Milk: While the potatoes and parsnips are cooking, prepare the leeks by chopping them finely, including both the green and white parts. Simmer these chopped leeks in the milk until they become soft and flavorful.
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Cook Kale or Cabbage: In another pot, cook the kale (or cabbage, if you prefer) until it’s tender. Make sure to chop it finely and keep it warm until ready to use.
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Season and Mash: Once the potatoes and parsnips are cooked and drained, season them with mace, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mash them together until smooth and well combined.
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Add Leeks and Milk: Gently fold in the cooked leeks along with the infused milk. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to retain some texture from the leeks.
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Incorporate Kale or Cabbage: Next, add the cooked kale or cabbage to the potato mixture. Again, gently fold everything together until evenly distributed.
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Finish with Butter: Finally, add a generous tablespoon of butter to the colcannon and gently mix it in. This will add richness and a velvety texture to the dish.
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Garnish and Serve: Transfer the colcannon to a serving dish and garnish it with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
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Variation: Alternatively, you can make colcannon by layering the cooked vegetables, starting with potatoes, in a slow cooker during the day. Once the vegetables are tender, drain them and follow the same steps to blend them with milk, butter, and garnish with parsley.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 182.9
- Fat Content: 6.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.9mg
- Sodium Content: 494mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 28.5g
- Fiber Content: 4.4g
- Sugar Content: 1.9g
- Protein Content: 6.4g
So there you have it, a comforting and wholesome Irish Colcannon recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy this delicious dish as a side or even as a main course, and savor the rich flavors of Irish tradition with every bite. Cheers! 🥔🥬
