INGREDIENTS:
2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Bread crumbs for coating (optional)
Olive oil or cooking spray for greasing
INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray.
Combine Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the leftover mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, finely chopped green onions, all-purpose flour, beaten egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Shape Puffs:
Shape the mixture into small balls or patties and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
For extra crispiness, roll the potato cheese puffs in bread crumbs if desired.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese puffs are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Serve:
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve the leftover mashed potato cheese puffs hot as a tasty snack or side dish.
Notes :
Customize the cheese puffs by adding other ingredients such as bacon bits, chopped herbs, or diced ham.
For a crispy exterior, you can also fry the cheese puffs in a skillet.