Mashed potatoes are a bit like pasta and rice. ..
I always overdo it!
So the question I asked myself was:what to do with leftover mashed potatoes?
We agree, no way to throw away the leftovers.
Fortunately, my grandmother gave me some of these easy recipes to use up leftover mashed potatoes.
Since I've been using them, I've been saving on groceries...
And what's more, we enjoy it every time!
Here are 15 quick and easy recipes to make with leftover mashed potatoes. Watch:
Dauphine potatoes are a really simple dish that everyone loves at home. Children particularly love it. They love to grab them with their hands and bite into them. As a result, there is never enough. Discover the recipe here.
Another recipe that children love, gnocchi! I admit that I used to buy them ready-made. But, one day, I started with leftover mashed potatoes. And the result obviously has nothing to do with it. Try making your homemade gnocchi too. thanks to this simple recipe, with or without eggs.
These potato croquettes are reminiscent of Spanish croquettes. They are both soft and crispy. They can accompany a dish or be eaten with the fingers. Perfect for a meal tray comforting! Discover the recipe here.
It's a great classic, but it's still a success. Shepherd's pie is a traditional family dish which has a double benefit. It is always good and it is super economical .
And if you have mashed potatoes left, it's super quick to make! To make it even more economical, you can also prepare it with leftover minced meat. Discover the recipe here.
This is a dish that will satisfy all hungry gourmets on a weeknight. Turn your leftover mashed potatoes into a mashed potatoes gratin . It's simple as hello ! And of course, you can also add leftover vegetables. Accompany everything with a salad and... At the table! Discover the recipe here.
Leftover mash to dispose of? Hop we make savory pancakes. Served with vegetables or a salad, these lightly puffed pancakes are perfect for a meatless meal . That being said, they go perfectly with fish! Discover the recipe here.
Do you have a little mashed potatoes left at the bottom of the fridge? In 10 minutes, you can prepare good patties of mash and vegetables. Not only does it prevent leftovers from rotting... But it's also a super effective trick to make children eat vegetables . Discover the recipe here.
Do you know the samosas ? It's those little triangular donuts. It is a common dish in India, but it is also found in Asia and the Middle East. The good news is that today we find it on our tables. And with leftover mashed potatoes, it's super good! Don't forget to add some spices to spice it up. Discover the recipe here.
This recipe with Spanish accents is perfect to finish off leftover mashed potatoes. These are small stuffed dough turnovers with meat, eggs, fish... and potatoes. And that's where our leftover mash comes in! To tell the truth, there are as many recipes as there are scullions... So it's up to you to invent your own! Discover the recipe here.
All gourmets know sweet waffles. But did you know that they also come in a savory version? It's true that with a simple waffle maker, you can cook a multitude of surprising dishes.
Crispy and comforting, this easy and inexpensive recipe is exactly what you need to finish off leftover mash. Not to mention that it will surprise all your guests! Discover the recipe here.
Make a delicious potato soufflé with leftover mashed potatoes... Here's a great idea! This recipe adapts to all tastes. You can add cheese, ham, bacon bits, tuna, minced meat... In short, a simple and practical dish that you can make with leftovers from the fridge ! Discover the recipe here.
We know the famous shepherd's pie. But who knows the hash parmentier de tuna ? The principle is the same, but even simpler and more economical! You will see, things are changing and everyone is asking for more! And it allows you to put fish on the menu without breaking the bank. Discover the recipe here.
This is a traditional family dish that we don't see very often on our tables anymore. And that's a shame, because a friendly, comforting and delicious dish. So if you have leftover mashed potatoes, it's now or never to prepare this recipe from Nîmes. It's a delight ! Discover the recipe here.
Do you have mashed potatoes? Do you have eggs? So let's go to make a good mashed potato omelet. If you are looking for a quick to make, balanced and inexpensive recipe , this is exactly what you need. Finally, it's a revisited tortilla! And it can be eaten hot or cold with a good salad. And you can also present it diced for a cheap aperitif. Discover the recipe here.
A delicious gourmet recipe, anyone? Duchess potatoes have the advantage of being both a simple and inexpensive dish while being chic! And if you say you made them yourself, then that's classy. With leftover mashed potatoes, you will save a lot of time preparing them. Discover the recipe here.
There you go, now you know what to do with leftover mash !
It's super practical and very economical.
And it's a great way to reduce food waste.
Of course most of these simple recipes can be made with a Thermomix. But it is far from essential.
The good news is that these recipes are great with homemade mashed potatoes...
Like with Mousseline mash!
And you can also try pairing them with mashed split peas, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, squash, broccoli, celery, carrots, zucchini, cauliflower or parsnips. .
In short, all vegetables readily lend themselves to this type of economical recipe.
Except maybe the tomato puree... But if you have leftover tomato puree, use it in a good vegetable or tomato pie.
