Mashed potatoes are a favorite side dish that compliments numerous main course items. But what can you do when you have leftovers? A cheese and mashed potato pie is a great way to use them. It can be made as a side dish to many meals. And it is totally simple to make. Mashed potato pie is also a very versatile recipe.
If you are on a tight grocery budget, potatoes are one of your best investments. Cooking a large pot of potatoes opens up a variety of menu options. Southern mashed potatoes are quick and easy to make. The ingredients required are usually readily available in your refrigerator. Converting left over mashed potatoes to a cheese and potato pie is simple. You can use a variety of ingredients you already have on hand. This potato pie can be served for breakfast when combined with bacon, sausage, or ham. Breakfast foods can become boring and this dish is an exciting change. If you are watching the calorie count of your food, you can reduce the total calorie count of this dish by using reduced calorie cheese and milk.
For a basic cheese and mashed potato pie you will need:
- 3 cups of leftover mashed potatoes (of course, you can make fresh ones if you want)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheese
- margarine to grease baking dish
Instructions
1, In a medium size bowl, mix potatoes, sour cream, egg, salt, and pepper together.
2. Grease a baking dish with margarine.
3. Put potato mixture in dish.
4. Sprinkle cheese on top of potatoes.
5. Bake at 350 degrees F (180C) for approximately 30 minutes.
Extra Tips And Tricks
There are numerous additions and variations you can apply to the basic mashed potato pie recipe to make your dish more exciting and versatile. Below are a few suggestions to help get you started with some add-in ideas.
Use various types of cheese such as shredded Cheddar, Colby, Pepperjack, or American cheese singularly or in your favorite combination.
Add minced onion or garlic to the potato mixture before putting it in the baking dish.
Add cooked, crisp, crumbled bacon to the cheese mixture you sprinkled on top of the potatoes. Other options include adding small pieces of ham, well drained, cooked and crumbled sausage, or pepperoni pieces.
If you serve this potato pie as a holiday or pot luck dish, you can make it more attractive by sprinkling paprika on top or using chives or basil as a garnish.
