CasserolesNo. 2188 · The 2026 edition
Colcannon (I love this stuff) A tradition Halloween meal.
Celebrate the spooky season with a hearty, traditional Halloween feast that brings warmth to your table. This comforting colcannon recipe combines creamy mashed potatoes with tender greens and savory
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This traditional Halloween meal features a simple yet satisfying combination of boiled potatoes, steamed kale or cabbage, and sautéed onions. After mashing the potatoes and blending them with the greens and onions, the mixture is enriched with milk and butter for a creamy finish. Once seasoned to taste, the dish is baked in a medium oven for about 15 minutes to develop a deliciously warm, comforting flavor perfect for a festive gathering.
Ingredients
Directions
- Peel the potatoes and place them in a pot of boiling water until they are completely soft.
- Finely chop the kale or cabbage into small pieces.
- Cook the chopped greens in a steamer until they are tender, which should take roughly 8 minutes.
- Cook the onion or leek in a pan over heat until it turns a golden color.
- Mash the cooked potatoes thoroughly, then stir in the steamed greens and the cooked onion.
- Pour in the milk and add butter, mixing until the dish reaches a smooth, creamy texture.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your personal preference.
- Place the dish in an oven set to a medium temperature and bake for approximately 15 minutes.
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