Description
Crispy mashed potato nests filled with a savory cheese and bacon mixture, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Boil potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Mix in cheese, bacon, and green onions. Stir in beaten egg until well combined.
- Spoon mixture into muffin cups, pressing down in the center to form nests.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and crispy. Let cool slightly before removing from tin.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.