10 Best Leftover Mashed Potato Recipes

Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes

Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes are a delightful way to transform leftover mashed potatoes into a crispy and cheesy treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, bacon, green onions, egg, flour, salt, and pepper.
2. Form the mixture into small patties.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
5. Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions.

Mashed Potato Waffles

Turn your leftover mashed potatoes into a crispy breakfast delight with Mashed Potato Waffles.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup flour
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat your waffle iron.
2. In a bowl, mix together mashed potatoes, cheese, milk, egg, flour, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into the preheated waffle iron.
4. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until waffles are golden and crisp.
5. Serve with sour cream or your favorite toppings.

Mashed Potato Pizza

Mashed Potato Pizza brings a unique twist with a creamy and cheesy topping on a crispy crust.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza crust
• 1 1/2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
• 1/4 cup chopped chives
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the pizza crust.
3. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, bacon bits, and chives on top.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Slice and serve hot.

Mashed Potato Soup

Mashed Potato Soup is a rich and creamy soup perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup chopped onions
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter

Cooking method:

1. In a large pot, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
2. Add mashed potatoes, broth, and milk to the pot.
3. Stir well, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Blend until smooth if desired, and serve hot.

Mashed Potato Tacos

Give your taco night a twist with these creamy and flavorful Mashed Potato Tacos.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 8 small taco shells
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, black beans, corn, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
2. Warm the taco shells in the oven.
3. Fill each taco shell with the mashed potato mixture.
4. Serve with salsa or hot sauce.

Mashed Potato Gnocchi

Mashed Potato Gnocchi is a classic Italian dish made easy with leftover mashed potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• Salt to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, flour, egg, and salt until a dough forms.
2. Roll the dough into long ropes and cut into 1-inch pieces.
3. Boil a pot of salted water and add the gnocchi.
4. Cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Drain and serve with your favorite sauce.

Mashed Potato Pancakes

Deliciously fluffy, Mashed Potato Pancakes make for the perfect breakfast or side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Butter for frying

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mix together mashed potatoes, eggs, flour, milk, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Pour batter into the skillet, forming small pancakes.
4. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
5. Serve with syrup or savory toppings.

Mashed Potato Stuffed Mushrooms

Turn your appetizers up a notch with Mashed Potato Stuffed Mushrooms.

Ingredients:

• 12 large mushrooms, stemmed
• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff each mushroom cap with the mixture.
4. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
5. Serve warm as a savory appetizer.

Mashed Potato Quesadillas

Mashed Potato Quesadillas offer a creamy filling enveloped in a crispy tortilla.

Ingredients:

• 4 flour tortillas
• 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped jalapeños (optional)
• Butter for frying

Cooking method:

1. Spread mashed potatoes onto one half of each tortilla.
2. Sprinkle cheese and jalapeños over the potatoes.
3. Fold the tortilla in half.
4. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. Cut into wedges and serve with salsa.

Mashed Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Mashed Potato Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting dish layered with rich flavors.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 pound ground beef or lamb
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Brown the ground beef or lamb in a skillet, then add onion and cook until translucent.
3. Stir in mixed vegetables, tomato paste, and beef broth.
4. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly; season with salt and pepper.
5. Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish and spread mashed potatoes over the top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.