Description
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these bite-sized mashed potato nests are perfect for entertaining or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and return the potatoes to the pot.
- Add olive oil, milk or cream, Parmesan cheese, and egg yolk to the potatoes.
- Mash until smooth and well combined.
- Grease a muffin tin and spoon the mashed potato mixture into each cup, shaping it into a nest.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Make sure to mash the potatoes well for a creamy texture. You can customize the nests by adding different cheeses, spices, or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 nest
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Stuffed Mashed Potatoes, Appetizer, Side Dish, Party Food, Easy Recipe