Crispy Mashed PotatoBalls
Ingredients(8)
- 4 cups
leftover russet potatoes, cooked
- ½ cup
butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons
- 2 cups
flour
- 2
eggs
- ¾ cup
shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup
bread crumbs (or panko, either will work)
- ½ cup
canola oil
For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.
Steps(4)
- 1
Mash together the potatoes, butter, 1 tablespoon of dressing mix, flour and eggs. Once smooth, mix in shredded cheddar.
- 2
Mix together the bread crumbs with the tablespoon of ranch dressing mix you reserved earlier.
- 3
Take small dollops of the potatoes (a tablespoon or a little less), and roll them into balls. Drop a few balls at a time into the crumb mix. Roll around to cover completely. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Carefully place balls into hot oil and flip until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Tip: Mashed Potato Balls can also be baked. Simply place on parchment lined baking sheets, spray with cooking oil, and bake for 9-10 minutes in 400 F until golden and crispy.
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