You may not believe it is possible to lose weight while on a eating plan which includes irish colcannon but it is possible. It is fundamental to not eat irish colcannon or other high calorie potatoes, noodles, starches every day but in moderation.

For example, I allow myself rich food once per week. I eat a healthy diet for most of the week, say 1400 to 2000 calories per day, and then 1 day, I eat what I please – without going crazy of course.

I have been sticking to this diet for the last 4 weeks and it has enabled me to lose 5 kilos. I have not changed my exercise routine or taken any vitamins or diet aids. I have just been aware of what I eat most days of the week and then eat whatever I want one day a week.

I also think it helps to have a little support when trying to lose weight and for that I joined the Biggest Loser club. They have numerous tools to enable you to monitor your progress and achieve your goals.

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Irish Colcannon

Typical of yesteryear Irish dinners, this potato-cabbage side dish adds new interest to mashed potatoes.

Source: Midwest Living

6 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
5 cups chopped cabbage
1 cup milk
1/2 cup chopped green onions or leeks
1/2 cup snipped parsley
Salt
White pepper
2 tablespoons margarine or butter

In a large saucepan cook potatoes, covered, in a small amount of boiling salted water for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender. Drain.

In a medium saucepan, cook cabbage, uncovered, in a small amount of boiling salted water for 2 minutes. Cover and cook for 6 to 8 minutes more or until tender. Drain.

Mash potatoes. Stir in milk, onions and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add butter or margarine and drained cabbage. Stir until butter or margarine is melted and mixture is combined.

Makes 12 side-dish servings.

Nutritional facts per serving calories: 120 , total fat: 3g , saturated fat: 2g , cholesterol: 7mg , sodium: 53mg , carbohydrate: 21g , fiber: 3g , protein: 4g , vitamin A: 6 , vitamin C: 50 , calcium: 6 , iron: 7

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