Irish Colcannon with Bacon and Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Irish Colcannon with Bacon is a classic mashed potato and cabbage side dish with crispy bacon, perfect for festive meals or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 head green cabbage, finely shredded
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
1/2 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
Instructions
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Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, 15–20 minutes.
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Cook bacon until crispy; set aside.
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Sauté onion (and garlic if using) in bacon fat until golden.
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Add cabbage and cook 8–10 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
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Mash potatoes with butter and milk until creamy.
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Fold in cabbage, onions, and bacon.
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Transfer to serving dish, sprinkle with chives, and serve warm.
Notes
Kale can replace cabbage; plant-based bacon and butter can make this vegan-friendly.