Colcannon

Colcannon
Jennifer McGruther
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Colcannon is hearty and richly satisfying, a homey blend of creamy potatoes and kale or cabbage. Some recipes omit the green onions, but I find they lend a little brightness to the dish. Use a medium-starch potato, such as Yukon Gold, if you can find them. Russets also work well.

Serves 6
  • 2 pounds medium-starch potatoes, such as Yukon Gold, peeled and quartered
  • 4 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped steamed kale
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened
  • Salt, as needed
Arrange the potatoes in a medium pot, and cover with cold water by an inch. Bring it all to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil the potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes.
Jennifer McGruther
Jennifer McGruther
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Jennifer McGruther is a nutritional therapy practitioner, herbalist, and the author of three cookbooks, including “Vibrant Botanicals.” She’s also the creator of NourishedKitchen.com, a website that celebrates traditional foodways, herbal remedies, and fermentation. She teaches workshops on natural foods and herbalism, and currently lives in the Pacific Northwest.
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