Irish Colcannon with Spring Onions and Leeks

Ingredients

1 quart water
1 teaspoon salt or to taste
3 medium Idaho® potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chopped cabbage
1/4 cup margarine or butter
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped leeks
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method

Bring water and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt to boil in a large saucepan, add potatoes, return to a boil, reduce heat, simmer uncovered 20 minutes or until fork tender. Drain, reserving hot water and set water aside.
Place potatoes in a medium bowl. Using an electric mixer,beat on low speed 1 minute, add milk and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Beat on medium until fluffy.
Add the reserved water to saucepan, bring to a boil over high heat, add cabbage, return to a boil and continue boiling 5 minutes or until tender, drain.
Melt margarine in a large skillet over medium heat, add onions and leeks, cook 6 minutes or until browned, stirring frequently. Stir in the mashed potatoes and cabbage, heat thoroughly and serve topped with parsley.