Description
Traditional Scottish rumbledethumps made with creamy mashed potatoes, tender cabbage, sautéed onions, and topped with melted cheese for a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 head green cabbage, finely sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- 1. Place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and boil until tender, about 15–20 minutes
- 2. Meanwhile, cook the sliced cabbage in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain well
- 3. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté the onion until soft and lightly golden
- 4. Drain the potatoes and mash with remaining butter and milk until smooth
- 5. Stir the cooked cabbage and sautéed onions into the mashed potatoes
- 6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste
- 7. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly
- 8. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top
- 9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden
- 10. Serve hot as a side dish or vegetarian main
Notes
- Traditionally served as a side with meat dishes
- Use sharp cheddar for the best flavor
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: rumbledethumps, Scottish potatoes, cabbage potatoes, traditional Scottish dish