Ingredients
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- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or patties using your hands or a spoon.
- For frying: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the puffs in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For baking: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake for about 20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg