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A bowl of creamy mashed potatoes topped with crispy bacon bits and fresh parsley, a perfect side dish for busy weeknights.

Cabbage Mashed Potatoes

A quick and comforting mashed potato variation that incorporates tender cabbage for added nutrition and texture. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cabbage Simmer Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 168

Ingredients
  

For the Cabbage
  • 1 medium head cabbage about 2 pounds, shredded
  • 2 cups water for cooking cabbage
For the Potatoes
  • 4 pounds potatoes about 8 medium, peeled and quartered
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup green onions chopped
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • parsley minced fresh
  • bacon crumbled cooked

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Small saucepan
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Place cabbage and 2 cups water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, until cabbage is tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, reserving the cooking liquid. Keep the cabbage warm in a separate dish.
  2. In the same pan, combine potatoes and the reserved cooking liquid. Add additional water to cover the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, place milk, green onions, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan. Bring just to a boil and remove from heat.
  4. Drain the potatoes and place them in a large bowl. Mash the potatoes. Add the milk mixture and beat just until blended. Stir in the cooked cabbage.
  5. To serve, drizzle with melted butter and top with parsley and crumbled bacon.

Nutrition

Calories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 361mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g

Notes

This recipe is a simple way to add vegetables to your mashed potatoes. You can adjust the amount of milk and seasonings to your preference.

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