Side Dish

Kale Colcannon

Name: Kale Colcannon
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 5 ounces frozen kale cooked, squeezed dry; 3 tablespoons milk; 1/4 cup chopped onions; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 4 mediums potatoes, peeled and quartered; 1 teaspoon salt

12 May 2024

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Total Time45 Mins

Serves4

Per Serving$0.60

This recipe for Kale Colcannon is a delicious and healthy twist on the traditional Irish dish. Colcannon is typically made with potatoes, butter, and milk, but this version adds in nutritious kale for a boost of flavor and color. The result is a creamy, flavorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion.

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Method:

1
Cook potatoes in a pot of boiling water until tender; drain, reserving water.
2
Place potatoes in a large bowl and mash potatoes with a hand masher or put through a ricer.
3
Add 2 tablespoons butter, milk, salt and pepper to potatoes and gently mix until combined.
4
Add chopped kale to the reserved potato water. Cook 6-8 minutes or until tender.
5
Drain well and chop.Meanwhile, saut chopped onions in 2 tablespoons butter on medium-high until slightly brown.
6
Add to potato mixture and combine.
7
Serve hot.

About this recipe

The recipe is simple to make and can be on the table in under an hour. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, as kale is packed with essential nutrients like vitamins K, C, and A. Not to mention, this dish is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a perfect option for those with dietary restrictions.

The addition of kale gives this dish a beautiful green hue and a slightly earthy flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy potatoes. The onions add a subtle sweetness, while the butter and milk make the dish rich and indulgent. Serve this Kale Colcannon as a side at your next dinner party, and your guests will be impressed by both the taste and the health benefits!

Adapted from Foodista

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