Description
Crispy baked mashed potato nests filled with a savory stuffing, perfect as an appetizer or side dish with a golden exterior and creamy interior.
Ingredients
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup cooked vegetables (corn, peas, or bell peppers)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and grease a muffin tin with olive oil.
- Mash the boiled potatoes with butter, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Spoon mashed potatoes into each muffin cup and press into the sides to form nests.
- Fill the center of each nest with vegetables and shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove carefully from the tin and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- You can add cooked chicken or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use a piping bag for neater nests.
- Best served immediately while crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International