Colcannon

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Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish of mashed potatoes with bits of kale or cabbage incorporated. The word “colcannon” comes from the Gaelic term

“cal ceannann” translates to: white-headed cabbage. It is also believed to be a derivative of the old Irish “cainnenin” translated as garlic, onion, or leek.

Colcannon with Kale and Cheddar

Cook's notes: Recipe adapted from cuisineathome.com April 2016 and serves 4-6.
Ingredients:

• 1-1/2 lbs. Yukon Golds, halved and cubed
• 1 cup diced green cabbage
• 1 cup finely chopped kale
• 6 slices of bacon minced 
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 3/4 -1 cup sweet onions, diced
• 1/2 cup warmed half and half
• 1-1/2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon each ground mustard and dried dill
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes or 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

• Cover potatoes with water and cook until fork tender about 15 minutes.
• In a frying pan melt 1 tablespoon butter and saute onions, garlic, cabbage, and kale until limp but not too soggy, stirring frequently.
• Remove the cabbage mixture and set aside. In the same frying pan cook bacon to crispy. Drain bacon on a paper towel-lined plate and crumble. 
• Drain potatoes and return back to the pan. Add sauteed mixture, half and half, cheese, spices, and crumbled bacon with 1 tablespoon of butter.
• Use a mixer and beat until smooth. May need to add more cream. Salt and pepper to taste.

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