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Mashed potatoes are so delicious and go with so many different things that I can’t help but whip up an extra-large batch.
But that typically leaves me with many leftover potatoes, and sometimes they can get a bit old on their own.
That leaves me with the question of what to do with leftover mashed potatoes.
Thank goodness there are plenty of things to do with leftover mashed potatoes.
I’ve found mind-blowing leftover mashed potato recipes for you to peruse.
Loaded Twice Baked Fingerling Potatoes
The potatoes are roasted to perfection first, then topped with a rich mixture of mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, and green onions, and finally topped with melted cheddar cheese for an irresistible finish.
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Spinach Quiche with Leftover Mashed Potato Crust
If you have a lot of mashed potatoes that you need to use quickly, try this spinach quiche that uses 24 oz. of mashed potatoes and any other leftover veggies you have.
Make it heartier by substituting half a pound of sausage instead of the bacon and fall in love with this hearty meal that’s ready in an hour.
Leftover Mashed Potato Fritters
Turn your leftover mashed potatoes into cheesy fried goodness. They’re the perfect base for smoked salmon and chives.
Instead of bagel and cream cheese why not try out this delicious option. Serve these at your next brunch and impress the crowd.
Leftover Mashed Potato Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s pie is the perfect dish for leftover mashed potatoes. You can use any protein you want, including pork, and make a hearty dish that’s sure to please everyone.
I often wonder if this was the original recipe for using up leftover mashed potatoes. Something that I love about this recipe is that you can have leftovers from the leftovers.
Leftover Mashed Potato Biscuits
Add some extra protein and fiber to your morning biscuits and gravy by making mashed potato biscuits.
This is a hearty twist on a classic biscuit recipe. When serving this scramble up some eggs and fry some bacon.
Then sit back and enjoy as everyone raves about your biscuits and asks you what you did special with them.
Polish Dumplings with Leftover Mashed Potatoes
For those that prefer potatoes that get baked and then mashed, turn them into the perfect base for leftover juice from your roast.
Just add a few extra ingredients, boil, and serve.
Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes
It’s everything you want from a loaded baked potato, but fried to a golden brown, and it uses up any leftovers you may have laying around.
Pierogi With Leftover Mashed Potatoes
The closest thing you will ever find to mashed potato ravioli, this mashup between dumpling and ravioli is sure to hit the spot and will disappear from your table so fast that it’ll seem like magic.
Bubble and Squeak
It is an English classic that has you throw all your leftover food together and fry it in patties until golden brown before serving it with ketchup or gravy.
This dish is a great use of leftover potatoes but it is also a fun one to cook.
It is interactive and just has that old-fashioned flair that can make time in the kitchen fun again.
Leftover Mashed Potato Egg Rolls
A perfect blend of egg roll, mozzarella stick, and mashed potatoes deep-fried for an amazingly delicious bite.
This should be the official Black Friday snack! I imagine every day after Thanksgiving grabbing some leftover mashed potatoes and making this.
Is this the ultimate leftover comfort food?
I think yes!
The bottom line
The versatility of leftover mashed potatoes is astonishing. I don’t think any other leftover can top it.
Whether you want savory or sweet, there are always things you can make with leftover mashed potatoes.
We hope you find a recipe with mashed potatoes that suits you.
