Try this homemade Irish Potatoes and Cabbage with Bacon (Colcannon) recipe the whole family will love. Made with baking potatoes, bacon, onion and water…
This Irish Potatoes and Cabbage with Bacon (Colcannon) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as small onion, chopped, water and milk, warmed. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 268 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026