Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs: Crispy Comfort Bites

Delicious and comforting Leftover Mashed Potato Cheese Puffs, perfect for utilizing leftover ingredients in a crispy bite-sized snack.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 puffs

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Vegetables

2 cups Bell Peppers diced
1 cup Zucchini diced
2 cups Spinach chopped
1 medium Onion diced
2 cloves Garlic minced

For the Binding & Creaminess

3 large Eggs beaten
1 cup Cheese Cheddar or Parmesan, grated

For the Base

1 can Crushed Tomatoes about 14 oz

For the Flavoring

1 teaspoon Herbs Thyme, Basil, or Oregano
1 teaspoon Salt to taste
1 teaspoon Pepper to taste

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
mixing bowl
Casserole Dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat a large skillet over medium heat and prepare your ingredients.
Sauté onions and garlic in the skillet until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add diced bell peppers, zucchini, and spinach to the skillet. Cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with crushed tomatoes, beaten eggs, and cheese. Mix well.
Grease a casserole dish and pour in the vegetable mixture, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes and can be customized with different vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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