Description

Use those left-over mashed potatoes to make a great new side dish. They will soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. Each time that you make them, try a variation like garlic mashed potatoes, a different kind of cheese or meat.

Ingredients

• butter flavored cooking spray
• 1/2 c. chopped green onions
• 2 c. left-over mashed potatoes, chilled
• 2 T. shredded extra sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1/8 t. salt
• 1/8 t. freshly ground black pepper
• 1 center-cut bacon slice, cooked and crumbled
• 3/4 c. panko breadcrumbs

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Coat a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat; coat skillet with non-stick cooking spray. Add green onions; cook 2 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
3. Place mashed potatoes in a medium bowl; stir in onions, cheese, salt, pepper, and bacon. Divide potato mixture into 6 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.