Champ Recipe: Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Spring Onions and Butter π₯π§
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Champ, a beloved dish from Scotland and Ireland, is a delightful combination of creamy mashed potatoes and tender spring onions, topped with a generous helping of melted butter. This hearty dish is perfect for lunch or snacks, offering a comforting blend of flavors that will warm both body and soul.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 5 spring onions, chopped (including green part)
- 10 mashed potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 279.5
- Fat: 13.9g
- Saturated Fat: 8.6g
- Cholesterol: 39.3mg
- Sodium: 620.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.4g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugar: 3.5g
- Protein: 5.3g
Recipe Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a saucepan, cook the chopped spring onions in the milk until they are tender. Make sure to include both the green and white parts of the onions. Once cooked, drain the onions, but be sure to reserve the milk for later use. |
| 2 | Season the mashed potatoes to your taste preferences, then add the cooked spring onions. Mix well to combine the flavors thoroughly. |
| 3 | Gradually add enough of the reserved hot milk to the potato mixture, stirring continuously, until you achieve a creamy and smooth consistency. This step ensures that your champ is luxuriously creamy. |
| 4 | Divide the creamy mashed potato mixture evenly onto 4 individual plates. Use the back of a spoon to create a well in the center of each portion. |
| 5 | Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave, then pour a generous tablespoon (or more, if desired) of melted butter into the well of each plate. The melted butter adds a rich and indulgent flavor to the dish. |
| 6 | Serve the champ immediately while still piping hot. Encourage each diner to dip their forkfuls of creamy potato into the golden pool of melted butter, ensuring each bite is infused with buttery goodness. Enjoy the comforting flavors of this classic Scottish and Irish dish! |
Tips:
- For added flavor, consider mixing in other vegetables such as leeks or mashed beetroot, as is common in different regional variations of champ.
- Ensure the mashed potatoes are well seasoned to enhance the overall taste of the dish.
- To make this dish even creamier, you can add a splash of cream along with the milk.
- Serve champ alongside your favorite protein for a complete and satisfying meal.
Keywords:
Potato, Grains, Vegetable, Scottish, European, Low Protein, Kid Friendly, Free Of…, < 60 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
