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Red Potato and Cabbage (Colcannon)

Red Potato and Cabbage (Colcannon)

4 Ratings
4 Ratings
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Red potatoes and cabbage in a bowl
Makes: 11 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$
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 chopped onion
  • 6 cups thinly sliced green cabbage (about 1/2 head)
  • 1 cup 1% or nonfat milk
  • 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:

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Oregon State University Cooperative Extension Service

Nutrition Information

Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 48
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg
Sodium 233 mg
Carbohydrates 8 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 2 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 47 mg
Iron 0 mg
Potassium 218 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 48
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 1 mg
Carbohydrates 8 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 2 g
Minerals
Calcium 47 mg
Potassium 218 mg
Sodium 233 mg
Copper 45 mcg
Iron 0 mg
Magnesium 13 mg
Phosphorus 48 mg
Selenium 1 mcg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 25 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mg
Vitamin C 17 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 31 mcg
Folate 23 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 0 mg
Choline 13 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 3/4 cups

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