Colcannon

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These colcannon potatoes are rich, creamy, and so comforting! This recipe cooks the sliced leeks in milk so it's easier to mash into the potatoes. Make a well in the center of the colcannon and pour in the melted butter for an amazing potato side dish.

Submitted by Marc
Updated on March 3, 2025
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 pound potatoes

  • 1 pound green cabbage, sliced

  • 2 small leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced

  • 1 cup milk, or as needed

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 pinch ground mace

  • ½ cup butter

Directions

  1. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.

  2. While potatoes are boiling, simmer or steam cabbage in a separate pot until tender. Drain and chop; set aside and keep warm.

  3. Place leeks in a small pot; add just enough milk to cover. Simmer over low heat until leeks are soft, about 3 to 5 minutes.

  4. Season potatoes with salt, pepper, and mace; mash well. Stir in cooked leeks and milk. Stir in cabbage and heat through until potatoes are pale green in color. Make a well in the center of the colcannon and pour in the melted butter. Mix well and serve.

Cook’s Note

You can use kale instead of cabbage if you prefer.

337 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

260 Calories
16g Fat
27g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 260
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 43mg 14%
Sodium 159mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 5g 10%
Vitamin C 38mg 42%
Calcium 122mg 9%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 672mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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