Easy Traditional Irish Champ
Traditional Irish champ is a quick 30-minute side dish of mashed potatoes and green onions, often enhanced with a fried egg and seasonings.
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Instructions
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Start boiling a large pot of salted water.
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Peel and quarter 5 small (approximately 675 grams) russet potatoes, then simmer them in the boiling water for about 20 minutes until tender.
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Finely chop the white parts of 2 medium green onions and thinly slice the green parts, keeping them separate.
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Drain the cooked potatoes. In the same pot, melt 1/4 cup (55 grams) salted butter with 2 to 3 ounces (50 to 75 milliliters) milk over low heat.
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Return the potatoes to the pot and mash until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in the chopped white parts of the green onions, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve immediately, garnished with the reserved sliced green onions.