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Creamy Colcannon Mashed Potatoes Recipe with Crispy Bacon

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A comforting and creamy mashed potatoes dish with tender greens and crispy bacon, perfect for cozy dinners and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) Russet potatoes
  • 1 small head green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 2 cups kale, chopped, stems removed (optional but recommended)
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk or heavy cream
  • 6 slices crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Peel the potatoes and cut into roughly 1.5-inch chunks. Rinse to remove excess starch. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. While potatoes boil, place bacon slices in a cold skillet. Cook over medium heat, flipping occasionally, until crispy and golden, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels, crumble, and set aside.
  3. Drain most bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add shredded cabbage and chopped kale, cook stirring frequently until tender but still vibrant green, about 5-7 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Drain cooked potatoes and return to pot or large bowl. Add softened butter and warm milk or cream. Mash until creamy but still slightly textured. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Gently fold sautéed greens and most of the crumbled bacon into the mashed potatoes. Add sliced green onions if using and stir lightly to combine.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle remaining crispy bacon on top. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not overcook the greens; keep them tender with a little bite. Warm the milk or cream before adding to potatoes to maintain temperature and texture. Start cooking bacon in a cold pan to prevent curling and ensure even crisping. Save some bacon fat to sauté the greens for extra smoky flavor. If mash is too thick, add warm milk to loosen. Rest bacon on paper towels to keep it crispy.

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Keywords: colcannon, mashed potatoes, creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, comfort food, kale, cabbage, easy recipe

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