Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

baking potatoes

scrubbed clean, unpeeled

1 bunch

scallions

diced

1.5 cup

milk

6 tbsp

butter

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

2 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

8 unit

mild pork sausages

Step 1
~4 min

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.

Step 2
~4 min

Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, about 40 minutes.

Step 3
~4 min

Put scallions in a small saucepan.

Step 4
~4 min

Cover with milk.

Step 5
~4 min

Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for four minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Set aside the milk and scallions.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat a large frying or grill pan over medium high heat.

Step 8
~4 min

Grill sausages until cooked through, about 10 minutes per side depending on size of sausages.

Step 9
~4 min

Transfer baked potatoes to a large bowl.

Step 10
~4 min

Coarsely mash potatoes.

Step 11
~4 min

Add hot milk with scallions and butter to the mashed potatoes.

Step 12
~4 min

Beat together until mixed and potatoes become fluffy.

Step 13
~4 min

Season potatoes with salt and pepper.

Step 14
~4 min

Sprinkle with parsley.

Step 15
~4 min

Serve champ hot, alongside grilled sausages.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier champ.

Warm the milk before adding to the potatoes for best results.

Don't over-mash the potatoes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Champ can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of buttered cabbage.

Serve with brown bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Colcannon
Irish Soda Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Ireland

Cultural Significance

A traditional comfort food, often served on special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

St. Patrick's Day

Occasion Tags

St. Patrick's Day
Family Dinner
Comfort Food Night

Popularity Score

65/100

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