Irish Colcannon (Winter Vegetable Casserole) Recipe

Name: Irish Colcannon (Winter Vegetable Casserole)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb potato, sliced; 2 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced; 2 medium leeks; 1 cup milk; 1 lb kale or 1 lb cabbage; 1/2 teaspoon mace; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

1
Cook the potatoes and parsnips in water until tender.
2
While these are cooking, chop leeks (greens as well as whites) and simmer in the milk until soft.
3
Next, cook the kale or cabbage and have warm and well chopped.
4
Drain the potatoes, season with mace, garlic, salt and pepper, and beat well.
5
Add the cooked leeks and milk (be careful not to break down the leeks too much).
6
Finally, blend in the kale or cabbage and butter.
7
The texture should be that of a smooth-buttery potato with well distributed pieces of leek and kale.
8
Garnish with parsley.
9
Colcannon is also made by cooking layered vegetables, starting with potatoes, in a slow-cooker during the day.
10
Drain vegetables, blend with milk and margarine as above and garnish with parsley.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb potato, sliced, 2 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced, 2 medium leeks, 1 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Irish Colcannon (Winter Vegetable Casserole) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Irish Colcannon (Winter Vegetable Casserole)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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