Description
Comforting and visually appealing mashed potato cups topped with crispy bacon and chives, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- Mashed potatoes (fresh or leftovers)
- Butter
- Cream or milk
- Cheese (cheddar, cream cheese, or goat cheese)
- Aromatics (garlic and onion)
- Fresh herbs (chives or parsley)
- Toppings (crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- If using fresh potatoes, peel and cut into quarters. Boil until fork-tender, about 15 minutes; drain and return to pot.
- Add butter, cream, and desired seasonings to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and fluffy; taste and adjust seasoning.
- Fold in cheese and chopped herbs.
- Scoop mixture into cups using a piping bag or spoon, leaving space at the top for toppings.
- Layer toppings on each cup.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until tops are golden and crispy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
You can substitute butter or cream with vegetable broth or olive oil for a lighter version. Customize toppings for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes, comfort food, appetizers, side dish, gatherings