Ingredients
– 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little kick)
– 1 egg
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or olive oil work great)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Spoon or spatula
– Cookie scoop or tablespoon
– Frying pan or deep fryer
– Paper towels (for draining)
– Baking sheet (optional, for keeping warm)
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, gather your leftover mashed potatoes from the fridge, as they’re the star of the show! In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with the shredded cheese, grated Parmesan, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and the egg. Mix everything until well combined – I love using a spatula for this because it helps to incorporate all the ingredients thoroughly and gives me a good workout in the process! The texture should be thick but pliable, perfect for molding into puffs. (See the next page below to continue steps…)