Chef John's Colcannon

Chef John's Colcannon
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    66

Embrace the vibrant flavors of spring with this comforting Colcannon recipe. A harmonious blend of verdant kale and leeks dances with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes, creating a dish that's both wholesome and utterly irresistible.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    40 g
  • Cholesterol
    44 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    140 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
10 mins

Boil potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons butter and lightly mash the potatoes.

02

Step
7 mins

Boil kale and leeks in a large pot of water until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and transfer kale and leeks to a blender. Add white parts of the green onions and 2 more tablespoons butter; blend until smooth, scraping down sides as needed, 1 to 3 minutes.

03

Step
5 mins

Stir pureed kale mixture into the bowl of potatoes and continue to mash. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add cream and stir until desired texture. Top with 2 tablespoons butter and green parts of the green onions.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider sautéing the leeks in butter before boiling. This adds a subtle sweetness and depth to the dish.
If you don't have a blender, you can finely chop the kale, leeks, and white parts of the green onions and sauté them in butter until softened before adding them to the potatoes.
Feel free to adjust the amount of cream to achieve your desired consistency. For a richer Colcannon, use whole milk or half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 22 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Oscar Bednar

    My family loved this recipe. It's definitely a new favorite!

  • Reece Goodwin

    This recipe is fantastic! The flavor is so comforting and delicious.

  • Kade Wiegand

    I made this vegan by using olive oil and plant-based milk. It was still delicious!

  • Stan Brakus

    I added a little bit of garlic to the kale mixture, and it was a game-changer!

  • Princess Murray

    The perfect St. Patrick's Day dish!

  • Jaiden Collins

    I like to add a sprinkle of cheese on top before serving!

  • Mayra Strosinrenner

    This is so much better than plain mashed potatoes!

  • Charles Gutkowski

    Easy to follow instructions and a great way to use up leftover potatoes.

  • Nolan Dickinson

    I've made this multiple times, and it's always a hit!

  • Vivienne Feilroberts

    The blender step really makes a difference in the texture.

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