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Rumbledethumps

Rumbledethumps: Comforting Scottish Cabbage and Potato Bake

Rumbledethumps is a comforting Scottish dish of creamy mashed potatoes and cabbage, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Scottish
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potato Base
  • 4 cups Russet Potatoes Starchy variety for creamy texture
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Or substitute with olive oil
For the Vegetable Mix
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage Can substitute with kale
  • 1 medium Onion Red onion works well too
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Use gluten-free cheese if needed

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, add chopped starchy potatoes and cover with salted water; bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, then mash with butter.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, melt remaining butter, and sauté chopped cabbage and onions until softened.
  4. Combine sautéed vegetables with the creamy mashed potatoes, adding salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Grease a baking dish and spoon the potato mixture evenly, smoothing the top.
  6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Rumbledethumps can be served as a side dish or a main course. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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