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Rumbledethumps Celtic Potato Cabbage Cheese Gratin Recipe

This Rumbledethumps recipe, a beloved Scottish classic similar to Irish colcannon, delivers a comforting and flavorful dish of mashed potatoes, savoy cabbage, and melted cheddar cheese. Baked or grilled to golden perfection, this cheesy gratin boasts a crispy topping and a creamy interior. Perfect as a side dish with roast chicken or hearty stew, or a light lunch served with crusty bread and extra vegetables. A family favorite passed down through generations, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen! (Also known as 'baked bubble and squeak' by some discerning family members!)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 729.3 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.9 (18 Reviews)
Rumbledethumps Celtic Potato Cabbage Cheese Gratin 18

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Ingredients for Rumbledethumps Celtic Potato Cabbage Cheese Gratin

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How to Make Rumbledethumps Celtic Potato Cabbage Cheese Gratin

  1. Preheat oven to 225°C/450°F (if baking).
  2. Lightly grease a heat-resistant baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches).
  3. Peel and cut 2 lbs potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
  4. While potatoes boil, finely shred 1 medium savoy cabbage (about 1 lb). Boil in salted water for 5 minutes. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  5. Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add 4 tablespoons butter, 1/2 cup milk, salt, and pepper to taste. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  6. Stir in the cooled cabbage and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives into the mashed potatoes.
  7. Pour the rumbledethumps mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  8. For baking: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  9. For grilling: Place the baking dish under a preheated broiler for 5-7 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Serve immediately. Enjoy as a side dish with your favorite meats or as a light luncheon dish with crusty bread and a side salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

134g

Carbs

22g

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