Cheesy Colcannon with Kale

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Creamy mashed potatoes blended with tender kale and melted cheddar, a savory Irish classic. This Irish-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs potatoes, kale, milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 Irish cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 2 lbs peeled and cubed potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
  2. Step 2: Steam 1 cup chopped kale for 5 minutes until tender, then set aside.
  3. Step 3: Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Add 4 tbsp butter and 1/2 cup milk, then mash until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Stir in the steamed kale and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
  5. Step 5: Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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