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Leftover Mashed Potato Recipes

These leftover mashed potato recipes are a great way to use up any mashed potatoes you might have leftover from a meal or holiday. From casseroles to candy, there are so many ways to use mashed potatoes including these potato cakes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: leftover mashed potato recipes
Servings: 6
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 1.5 - 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/8 salt

Instructions

  • Pour oil in a large skillet and heat over medium heat.
  • Whisk the egg in a large bowl. Stir in bread crumbs and mashed potatoes.
  • Roll mixture into 2-inch balls. Place into hot oil and then push down with the back of a spatula to flatten the potatoes into a "cake".
  • Cook for 3 minutes on each side or golden brown.
  • Place on a paper towel lined plate to drain off excess grease. Add a pinch of salt to the top of freshly cooked potato cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 6g | Calories: 100kcal