Colcannon is the Irish rendition of buttery mashed potatoes, swirling with cabbages, green onions and garlic. It’s a simple, homey and rustic dish that can be enjoyed at any time of year.

I still like to dress in green and make something Irish for Saint Patrick’s Day. This week I’m concentrating on Colcannon, basically gussied-up mashed potatoes. This dish adds lovely green vegetables to the spuds.

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Colcannon is the ultimate comfort dish that can be enjoyed on its own or on the side of a delicious Irish stew - and it is extremely cheap and easy to make