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Fried mashed potatoes on a white plate sprinkled with a little Kosher salt.

Fried Mashed Potatoes

Easy fried mashed potatoes. All you need are cold leftover mashed potatoes and butter.

Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups cold mashed potatoes
  • salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

Toppings, Optional

  • chopped green onions
  • shredded cheese (Cheddar, parmesan)
  • sour cream
  • cooked and crumbled bacon

Instructions

  1. Heat the butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Cook until butter just begins to brown.

  2. Add the cold mashed potatoes. Spread evenly into pan. Cook for about three minutes until the bottom browns. Turn the mashed potatoes with a heatproof-silicone spatula. Repeat until the potatoes are spotted and golden brown. This takes about 10 minutes.

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Before serving, top as desired. (optional)

Recipe Notes

  • Use about one tablespoon of butter per cup of leftover mashed potatoes.
  • If you have more than four cups of mashed potatoes, cook them in two batches for the best browning.