Colcanon

Simple and yummy. Similar to mashed potatoes, but better. This is a fun basic recipe to play around with. I've even added cannelloni beans to the mashed mixture for more protein and a different flavor.

Also, don't be afraid to play around with adding various spices or herbs!

You will need:

2 medium potatoes, scrubbed
1 cup kale, stems removed and coarsely chopped (spinach will work, as will other greens)
2/3 cup low-fat soymilk
3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
salt and pepper to taste


Chop the potatoes into large chunks. Add to a medium saucepan with enough water to cover the potatoes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat cook until tender when pierced with a fork.

While the potatoes are simmering in their nice bath, about one inch of water to a medium saucepan. Insert steamer basket, bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer. Add kale, cover, and steam until tender. Remove kale and place in a mixing bowl.

Once potatoes are cooked, you can peel them or not (I don't) and add them to the kale.

Heat the sjavascript:void(0)oymilk and scallions, and simmer 5 minutes. Add to potatoes and kale and mash together. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.