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19 Genius Ways To Upgrade Leftover Mashed Potatoes
Let’s be honest, every year the shining star of Thanksgiving is the mashed potatoes. Even if we skipped out on every other side, we’d be happy. Creamy and smooth, or chunky with the skins on, we love them all. In fact, we're such big fans, sometimes we get a little overzealous and make WAY more than we need. Not to worry, we know there’s tons of innovative ways to use leftover mashed potatoes, from shepherd's pie to gnocchi to waffles. These genius recipes can transform leftovers into another masterpiece, all it takes is a little ingenuity. And bonus, they save tons of time in the kitchen!
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Thanksgiving Sandwich
Rule #1 for the day after Thanksgiving: NO COOKING.
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Parker Feierbach - 4/20
Fried Mashed Potato Balls
This easy recipe turns those sad leftover mashed potatoes into something MAGICAL.
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Parker Feierbach - 5/20
Cacio e Pepe Potato Gnocchi
With pre-mashed potatoes, you can skip straight to step 3 in this homemade pasta recipe!
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Parker Feierbach - 6/20
Fluffy Potato Rolls
Fresh out of the oven, each roll has a crispy bottom, buttery top, and unbelievably soft center. The secret? The starch from the potatoes!
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Andrew Bui - 7/20
Loaded Fried Mashed Potatoes
Everyone makes their mashed potatoes differently. If yours are on the looser side, don't fret. Just add a little flour to thicken them up so that they'll fry better.
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Jonathan Boulton - 8/20
Stuffed Mushrooms
Add mashed potatoes to the stuffing! No one will be mad.
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Parker Feierbach - 9/20
Thanksgiving Crunchwrap
Tired of the same ol' leftover Thanksgiving sandwich? This crunchwrap is the perfect way to shake things up.
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Charlie Gillette - 10/20
Mashed Potato Waffles
Need breakfast for the whole crew? It's time to waffle your 'taters.
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Charlie Gillette - 11/20
Baked Cheesy Mashed Potato Bites
Nothing improves mashed potatoes like a handful of cheese and some crispy bacon. Whip up a simple gravy for dipping and you're in business!
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Brandon Bales - 12/20
Giant Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich
The bigger, the better.
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Charlie Gillette - 13/20
Twice Baked Potato Casserole
This bake is stuffed full of your favorite loaded potato toppings like bacon, scallions and cheddar. But, you can feel free to add any other mix-ins you like.
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Parker Feierbach - 14/20
Homemade Samosas
Indian spices completely transform chunky mashed potatoes in these easy samosas.
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Joel Goldberg - 15/20
Mini Shepherd's Pies
Best way to improve upon a classic? Make mini ones!
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Dill and Cheddar Pierogis
These are so impressive, no will know the filling started as humble mashed potatoes.
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PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM - 18/20
Loaded Mashed Potato Bake
Since your mashed potatoes will already be done, you can just spruce them up with even more fixin's.
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Chelsea Lupkin - 19/20
Leek and Potato Soup
By using mashed potatoes instead of raw, you'll be on your way to dreamy soup in no time!
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June Pie - 20/20
Turkey Shepherd's Pie
This turkey version of Shepherd's Pie is surprisingly light and SO easy to make. If you'd like to bulk it up with more veggies, frozen corn and/or frozen peas are a great addition!
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