Irish Champ Potatoes are mashed potatoes done right. Fluffy foam meets warmth onion kissed milk And melt a generous amount of Irish butter on one side. It’s simple, rustic, and I really love it!
Why These Potatoes Steal the Show
- Secret step! We soak the green onions in warm milk first and then mash them all into the potatoes for the best onion flavor and extra creamy texture.
- Simple and classic ingredients:All you need is a few basics for cozy, traditional Irish style.
- Perfectly paired with hearty main dishes:Great with corned beef, sausage, grilled chicken or meat and gravy for a delicious dinner.
Irish Champ Potatoes Ingredients
- potato: Use starchy potatoes to get the perfect fluffy texture! I used Yukon Gold potatoes, but Russet has a lighter, airier texture.
- brine: Boil the potatoes in salt water to enhance their flavor in advance. Potatoes need a lot of salt to taste their best.
- butter: I used Kerrygold Irish butter, but you can use regular unsalted butter! I highly recommend using Irish butter. Because these truly take potatoes to the next level!
- milk: Use high-fat milk, such as whole milk, for an extra creaminess! Half and half is also a good option. Hot milk is the key to mashing success!
How to Make Irish Champ Potatoes
This traditional Irish Champion recipe comes together in just a few simple steps. Warm, buttery and full of flavor, this is an easy recipe that delivers great comfort with minimal effort. Let’s get started!
- Heat the milk and green onions: Combine milk and chopped green onions in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over low heat. Then turn off the heat and set aside to allow the green onions to soak into the hot milk.
- Boil and drain the potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters. Boil salted water in a large pot for 10 to 15 minutes until fork tender. Drain the potatoes well to remove any moisture. Return the cooked potatoes to the warm pot and steam dry for 2 to 3 minutes.
- mash: Pour ½ cup green onion mixture over potatoes. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Add more milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Add butter and season: Add extra butter and stir to melt. Season Irish Champ Potatoes with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!
Alyssa’s Expert Tips
Don’t overmix the potatoes! Otherwise it will turn into jelly. The texture is best when crushed by hand. If you prefer an electric hand mixer, use it for a while and stop as soon as it becomes smooth.
Irish Champ Potatoes
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ingredient
- 2 pound Yukon Gold Potatoes or tan
- ⅔ cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup chopped green onions only the green part
- ⅓ cup Unsalted Irish Butter Or unsalted butter
- salt and pepper to taste
guideline
- Mix in a medium saucepan. ½ cup whole milk and ⅓ cup chopped green onions. Bring the mixture to a boil over low heat, then remove from the heat and set aside to allow the green onions to soak into the hot milk.
- peel and quarter 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes. Boil the potatoes in a large pot filled with salted water until fork-tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes well to remove any moisture. Return the cooked potatoes to the warm pot and steam dry for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour ½ cup milk mixture over potatoes. Mash the potatoes using a handheld masher until smooth and creamy. If necessary, add remaining milk to reach desired consistency.
- add ⅓ cup unsalted Irish butter And stir until dissolved. seasoned salt and pepper to taste And enjoy!
memo
- refrigerator: Store the cooled potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
- Reheat: Reheat some in the microwave until warmed through. If necessary, add a little milk to rehydrate.
- Freezer: You can freeze it in an airtight container or seal it in a ziplock bag and store it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
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