How to Make the BEST Colcannon

how to make

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COOK

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BOIL

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SIMMER

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DRAIN

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RICE

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SET ASIDE

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MELT THE BUTTER

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SAUTE

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ADD KALE

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MELT

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COOK

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POUR

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SEASON

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SERVE

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how to make

Easy Colcannon Recipe (Irish Mashed Potatoes with Leeks and Kale)

COOK

In a stock pot or cast iron pot, add both potato types, parsnips, and bay leaves.

BOIL

Cover with water and bring to a boil.

SIMMER

Lower the heat to a slow boil or simmer and cook for 20 - 30 minutes, or until the potatoes and parsnips are tender enough to be mashed.

DRAIN

Once potatoes and parsnips are tender, drain the water and discard the bay leaves.

RICE

Press potatoes through a potato ricer (I use the OXO Good Grips Potato Ricer).

SET ASIDE

Saute the onion for 3 - 5 minutes over medium heat, or until tender and golden.

MELT THE BUTTER

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the stock pot or cast iron pot used to boil the potatoes.

SAUTE

Saute the leek over medium heat until tender, about 3 - 5 minutes.

ADD KALE

Add the kale and saute for 2 - 4 minutes, or until tender.

MELT

Melt the remaining butter and stir in the milk, salt, and pepper.

COOK

Cook over medium until heated.

POUR

Then, pour over the mashed potato mixture and stir until combined.

SEASON

Taste for seasonings and add additional salt and pepper if desired.

SERVE

Serve with Honey Marmalade Mustard Glazed Corned Beef.

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