Colcannon

Ingredients

• 1 lb potato
• 1 lb kale (cabbage may be substituted)
• onion (optional)
• 1/4 cup milk
• butter
• salt
• pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Peel and boil the potatoes.

2. 2

   Chop the kale or cabbage fairly small, discarding the large stems.

3. 3

   Steam until tender, about 8 minutes.

4. 4

   Gently saute the onion (if using) until golden but not too brown (scallions or leeks may be used instead of onion).

5. 5

   Mash the potatoes well, and mix with the kale and onion.

6. 6

   Add the milk (not too much, until moistened but not wet),and the butter.

7. 7

   Salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Bake in a 350 degree oven for 15 minutes.