Got leftover mashed potatoes and don’t know what to do with them? Don’t let them go to waste! There are so many creative and tasty ways to turn those leftovers into something amazing. From crispy potato cakes to savory shepherd’s pie, here are some great recipes to help you make the most of your mashed potatoes.
Easy Fish Pie Recipe With Leeks
This fish pie with leeks is a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes. Perfect if you love the comforting flavors of a pot pie.
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Easy Cottage Pie
Classic British comfort food made with a rich meaty sauce topped with creamy mashed potatoes. A delicious way to use up your leftover mash.
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Vegan Crab Cakes with Potato
Tender and crispy vegan crab cakes with potato are a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes. They make a tasty entree, salad topper, or appetizer.
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Potato Cake
With just a few simple ingredients, turn leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, creamy potato cakes that are great for any meal.
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Leftover Turkey Puff Pastry Pie with Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, and Cheese Sauce
This turkey puff pastry pie is an easy and tasty way to reinvent Thanksgiving leftovers, including mashed potatoes, broccoli, and cheese sauce.
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Mashed Potato Fritters
Easy potato fritters made with mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, and green onions. Quick to make and perfect as a side dish or appetizer.
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Potato Cakes
Irish-style potato cakes are fluffy inside and crispy outside. An easy way to use leftover mashed potatoes and up your brunch game.
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Muffin Tin Mashed Potatoes
Turn leftover mashed potatoes into fun and fancy savory cupcakes with mushrooms and onions. A creative way to dress up this comfort food!
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Skillet Shepherd’s Pie
This skillet shepherd’s pie is a comforting meal with a tasty beef filling topped with fluffy mashed potatoes, baked to perfection.
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Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes
Turn leftover mashed potatoes into crispy potato pancakes. These make a spectacular treat everyone will love.
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The Best Potato Croquettes
Soft, warm, and comforting mashed potato croquettes are perfect for using up leftover mashed potatoes.
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Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes
Fluffy baked potatoes mashed and combined with favorite toppings. Cheesy and rich, these are the ultimate side dish or main entree.
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Crispy Potato Tacos
Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. Vegetarian tacos that are easy to make and budget-friendly. Top with avocado sauce, pico de gallo, yogurt, or sour cream and cheese.
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Buffalo Blue Cheese Potato Croquettes
Soft and creamy Ranch-flavored mashed potatoes inside with a crispy crust covered in spicy Buffalo Wing sauce. Great as a side dish or appetizer.
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Easy BBQ Chicken Mashed Potato Casserole
BBQ chicken or turkey mashed potato casserole is easy to make and perfect for using up leftovers. Ready in under 30 minutes and feeds a crowd.
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Leftover Prime Rib Pot Pie
Delicious and comforting way to use leftover prime rib and mashed potatoes. This pot pie features roast meat, frozen vegetables, and gravy topped with mashed potatoes.
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Quesadillas de Papas
Cheesy quesadillas stuffed with potato chunks, melty cheese, Mexican crema, and chilies. Transform an ordinary meal into something comforting and delicious.
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Ranch Mashed Potato Cups
Creamy ranch mashed potatoes and bacon in crescent cups. Easy party food and a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes.
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Crispy Potato Tacos Recipe
This easy crispy potato tacos recipe is a carb-lover’s heaven. Ready in less than 20 minutes and perfect with creamy jalapeno dressing.
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Easy Potato and Italian Sausage Soup
Cozy and delicious potato and Italian sausage soup made with extra, leftover potatoes and sausage. Comes together quickly with an immersion blender and a few aromatics.
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Crispy and Flavorful Air Fryer Potato Puffs Recipe
Potato puffs in an air fryer are a great way to enjoy a tasty snack or side dish. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.
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