SIDE DISHES - RICE and POTATO
Colcannon
 

Colcannon

 

An Irish tradition...
 

3¾ lbs 

 

Yukon Gold potatoes (about 6 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

 

4 oz 

 

chopped pancetta

 

1 bunch 

 

green onions, chopped

 

1 Tbs 

 

butter

 

¼ cup 

 

water

 

2 heads 

 

cabbage, sliced thinly (about 9 cups)

 

1½ cups 

 

milk, scalded

 

¾ stick 

 

unsalted butter, cut into bits and softened

 

 

1

Place cut potatoes in large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil; simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, or until tender.

2

While potatoes are on, saute pancetta and onions in a large skillet with butter. Add cabbage and water and saute until cabbage is tender and a bit caramelized.

3

Drain potatoes. Place in large bowl and mash with a potato masher. Stir in the milk, butter and cabbage. Add salt and pepper to taste.

 

Servings: 6




 


 

 

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