Fried Mashed Potato Balls

Fried Mashed Potato Balls

from delish.com

There's no better way to use up those mashed potato leftovers than by turning them into crispy balls full cheesy, bacon-y goodness.

Ingredients

  • 3 c. leftover mashed potatoes
  • 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2/3 c. shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp. thinly sliced chives
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 egg, beaten
  • 1 1/3 c. panko bread crumbs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes with cooked bacon, cheddar, chives, and garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are incorporated.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, 8 minutes. Drain on a paper-towel lined plate. Crumble bacon into a large bowl and combine with mashed potatoes, cheddar, chives, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper.