Description
These Mashed Potato Cups are a delightful way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes into a tasty and convenient appetizer or side dish. With a cheesy, savory flavor and a crispy exterior, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potato Cups:
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the tin: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, egg, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Fill the muffin tin: Spoon the potato mixture evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top.
- Bake: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Cool and serve: Let the cups cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the tin. Serve warm as a side or appetizer.
Notes
- You can add cooked bacon bits, garlic powder, or swap cheddar for mozzarella for a different flavor.
- Great for using up leftover mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
