Irish Champ

'Sláinte chuig na fir, agus go mairfidh na mná go deo.'

Continuing to honor my Irish heritage, I bring you a delightful recipe for Champ which is Irish mashed potatoes with onions.  This makes a great side dish and I definitely make this any time of the year and not just around St. Patrick's Day.

Irish Champ

Ingredients

• 4 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 lb green onion, chopped (scallions)
• 1 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 4 ounces butter

Directions

1. Boil the potatoes until cooked, about 10 minutes.
2. Simmer the green onions in milk for about 5 minutes
3. Drain potatoes and mash.
4. Add the hot milk and scallions, salt, pepper and half the butter and mix.
5. Dot with the rest of the butter and serve immediately.

HINT: The secret of success to this Irish potato recipe is making sure all the ingredients are kept very hot while you're preparing it.

Health to the men, and may the women live forever!