Colcannon...this dish can warm the heart and sooth the soul..its the most enjoyed comfort food in ireland that I've ever known. Known to cure heartbreak and mend the mind in times of worry. Something about the simplicity of this dish and its ability to leave you smiling to the very last bite is why I personally love this dish! Hope you enjoy!
Here what you need:
1 1/2 pound(s) Potatoes (Russet)
1 Savory Cabbage, trimmed, pale-green leaves finely shredded (4 cups)
1 Leek, pale-green and white parts only, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 cup(s) Milk
4 tablespoon(s) Unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon(s) Freshly Grated Nutmeg
Coarse Salt
Here is how to make it:
Oven Temp: Broil
1.Preheat broiler. Peel and quarter potatoes, and place in a medium saucepan; add enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes. Drain potatoes and return to saucepan. Mash with a potato masher or pass through a ricer; cover pan to keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, combine cabbage, leek, milk, 2 tablespoons butter, and nutmeg; season with salt. Cover, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cabbage and leek is soft but not browned, about 15 minutes. Stir into potatoes.
3. Spread mixture in an 8-inch square baking dish. Make a small well in the center, and place under the broiler until lightly browned on top, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove from broiler. Place remaining 2 tablespoons butter in well. Serve immediately, spooning melted butter from well onto each serving, if desired.
End Result:
» Edited on: 2013-02-02 06:05:26
