Description
These Mashed Potato Puffs are a delicious and convenient way to enjoy leftover mashed potatoes. They are packed with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives, creating a flavorful and satisfying side dish or snack.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Puffs:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 1/4 cup chives, chopped
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, eggs, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives.
- Season: Add pepper to taste.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Grease a muffin pan and spoon the mixture into each cup.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top of each muffin.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm with sour cream.
Notes
- Instant mashed potatoes can be used for convenience.
- The ingredients can be pre-mixed the night before and refrigerated for baking the next day.
- Eggs are essential for the puffs to rise.
- Mashed potato puffs can be frozen for up to 2-3 months and reheated in the microwave.
- Refer to Recipe Tips for more suggestions and substitutions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato puff
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
