Ingredients
– 2 cups of leftover mashed potatoes
– 1 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Oil for frying (vegetable or canola works well)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Fork or potato masher
– Frying pan or deep fryer
– Slotted spoon or spatula
– Paper towels for draining
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, start by gathering all of your leftover mashed potatoes together in a mixing bowl. I usually use a fork or a potato masher for this step to make sure the potatoes are nice and smooth. Next, mix in the egg, followed by the shredded cheese, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure everything is well combined and has a nice, doughy consistency. At this point, I can already smell the garlic—so comforting! You want the batter to be a bit thick but still pliable enough to shape. You might need to adjust the flour-to-mash ratio depending on how creamy your leftovers are. (See the next page below to continue steps…)