Description
These traditional Irish mashed potatoes, known as Champ, are a delightful twist on classic mash. Infused with tender green onions and creamy butter, this side dish offers a flavorful and comforting accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 6 medium potatoes
- 6-8 green onions, green parts only
Dairy
- 50 ml whole milk (1/4 cup)
- 100 g unsalted butter (1/2 cup)
Seasonings
- Salt to taste
- White pepper to taste
Instructions
- Infuse Milk: Add sliced green onions to the milk in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over low heat. Once boiling, remove from heat and let the green onions steep in the milk to infuse their flavor.
- Cook Potatoes: Peel and quarter the potatoes. Boil them in salted water until they are very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and allow them to steam dry for 2-3 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Mash Potatoes: Pour the hot, infused milk with green onions over the drained potatoes. Mash well using a potato masher or ricer until smooth and creamy.
- Add Butter and Season: Stir in the unsalted butter until melted and fully incorporated. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and white pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
- Serve: Transfer the Champ to a serving bowl and, if desired, garnish with additional sliced green onions and a pat of butter for an attractive finish.
Notes
- Use starchy or floury potatoes such as Yukon Gold or Russet in the US for fluffy mash, or Maris Piper, King Edward, Vivaldi and Desiree varieties in the UK.
- For a creamier texture, you can use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
- Adjust the amount of butter and milk according to desired creaminess.
- White pepper is recommended to keep the color light, but black pepper can be used as an alternative.
- Champ is best served warm, so keep covered until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg
