Diane's Colcannon
Diane's Colcannon brings together fluffy mashed potatoes with gently sautéed cabbage and onions for a rustic, comforting bite. Smoky bacon adds depth, and a warm pool of butter in the center makes each serving rich and satisfying. Ideal as a cozy St. Patrick’s Day side or a hearty companion to roasted meats.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
Put the potatoes in a saucepan and add enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes, then drain.
- 3
While the potatoes cook, fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the slices on paper towels; crumble and set aside. Keep the drippings in the skillet.
- 4
Sauté the cabbage and onion in the drippings in the skillet over medium heat until soft and translucent, 10 to 15 minutes; cover the skillet to shorten the cooking time if you like. Remove from the heat.
- 5
Mash the potatoes with the milk in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- 6
Fold in the bacon, cabbage, and onion.
- 7
Transfer the mixture to a large serving bowl. Make a well in the center of the potato mixture and pour in the melted butter. Serve hot.
- Calories 144.04 kcal Moderate
- Protein 4.22 g Low Source
- Carbs 18.05 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.48 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.79 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 17.57 mg Moderate
- Sodium 315.28 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.43 g Moderate
- Sugar 1.61 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 87.37 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.84 mg Low Source
- Potassium 420.39 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 70.88 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 28.95 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.17 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Diane's Colcannon is an Irish side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Green Cabbage, Milk, and Peeled Whole Potatoes. Each serving provides about 144.04 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Diane's Colcannon?
- It is an Irish recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Diane's Colcannon made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Green Cabbage, Milk, Peeled Whole Potatoes, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Diane's Colcannon?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 144.04 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Diane's Colcannon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 7 steps.
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