Traditional Colcannon

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut into 2" pieces. Add to cold water and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Add the garlic cloves and some salt. Boil for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, rinse the kale (or cabbage) and cut the thick stalks away. Chop into strips and place in water over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Drain the potatoes and garlic then place back on the heat to cook away any remaining water.

Step 5

Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes and garlic.

Step 6

Heat the milk, and add while mashing. As well as the softenened butter and chopped green onions.

Step 7

Taste the potatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Drain the kale then carefully spoon into the mashed potatoes, avoiding any excess liquid going into the potatoes.

Step 9

Stir well to combine and serve.