Loaded Fried Mashed Potatoes Are The Best Way To Hack Your Leftovers

They'll taste even better than the night before.

By Candace Braun DavisonUpdated: Nov 16, 2018

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Everyone makes their mashed potatoes differently. If yours are on the looser side, it's OK. Just add a little flour to thicken them up so that they'll fry better.

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Yields:: 4
Prep Time:: 20 mins
Total Time:: 20 mins

Ingredients

Vegetable oil, for frying
2 1/2 c.
mashed potatoes
1/2 c.
shredded cheddar
1
large egg, beaten
1 tbsp.
finely chopped chives, plus more for garnish
1/2 tsp.
hot sauce
1/2 tsp.
kosher salt
All-purpose flour (optional)
1
Sour cream, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1In a large skillet over medium heat, add enough oil to fill pan a third of the way up. In a large bowl, stir potatoes, cheese, egg, chives, hot sauce, and salt until combined. (If your mashed potatoes are a little runny, add flour one tablespoon at a time until you can form dough balls.)
2. Step 2Working in batches, scoop heaping tablespoons of mixture and drop into hot oil. Fry until golden on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.
3. Step 3Top potatoes with sour cream and chives before serving.