Colcannon is one of Ireland’s most famous traditional potato dishes. It’s comfort food at its very best and can be made with cabbage or kale. Terrific for a party.

Makes about 1350g /50oz

Makes 2-3 litres/64-96 fluid oz

Serves 8

Serves 4 as a side dish, 2 as a main course

I first came across this dish in Kerala but I was interested to find it is also a much-loved dish in Bengal.

Serves 5-6

THESE potatoes serve as an accompaniment to almost every Indian meal.

BHETKI is highly prized by Bengalis for its flavour and lack of bones.

Serves 10