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Red Potato and Cabbage (Colcannon)

Red potatoes and cabbage in a bowl
Makes: 11 Servings
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Hearty, delicious, and sure to please any crowd. This recipe is filling enough to stand alone or could make a great side dish.

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups red potatoes (about 1 pound)
  • 1 tablespoon margarine (or butter)
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 6 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 1/2 head)
  • 1 cup 1% milk (or fat-free )
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Scrub potatoes, but do not peel. Cut into quarters. Cook in boiling water or steam until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. While potatoes cook, heat butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and cook until it becomes clear, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add cabbage and cook, stirring occasionally, until cabbage begins to brown, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Add milk, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook until cabbage is tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  6. Drain potatoes. Add cabbage mixture to potatoes. Mash with a potato masher or large fork to reach desired texture. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use any all-purpose potatoes such as yellow or white. Russet potatoes are also good but you may want to peel through the rough skin after scrubbing them.
  • Try adding cilantro on top for more flavor.

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Source:

Food Hero
Oregon State University Cooperative Extension Service

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/11 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 65
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg
Sodium 246 mg
Carbohydrates 12 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 2 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 54 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 341 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 65
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg
Carbohydrates 12 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 2 g
Minerals
Calcium 54 mg
Potassium 341 mg
Sodium 246 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 20 mg
Phosphorus 66 mg
Selenium 1 mg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 26 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.2 mg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mcg
Vitamin C 21 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 40 mcg
Folate 30 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 1 mg
Choline 17 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 3/4 cups

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