Leftover Mashed Potato Soufflé
If you’re sick of preparing the typical dishes from leftover mashed potatoes, this recipe is here for a try because it ends up into an extraordinary dish. This recipe has handy ingredients, you probably already have them. Make a meal out of leftover mashed potatoes with this quickly assembled soufflé recipe. By simply mixing up all the ingredients and baking for a few minutes, you could easily have this truly appetizing and fulfilling potato soufflé. It’s perfectly baked and the heat from the oven allows it to rise perfectly. It has a tender crust on the outside and a cheesy, starchy, flavorful inside. You would definitely enjoy its flavor. So, here’s what you need and how to make it.
Ingredients
- 3 eggs, separated
- ⅔ cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded (67 g)
- Salt and pepper
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (1.25 g)
- 2 cups mashed potatoes, leftover (450 g)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Beat the egg whites thoroughly in a bowl until bubbles are formed.
- Meanwhile, add the egg yolks, cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg into the bowl of mashed potatoes.
- Stir in beaten egg whites into the potato mixture.
- Bake in a soufflé dish for 20 minutes or until lightly browned on top.
Notes
For some variations, add crisp bacon bits, fresh herbs, or shredded pork or chicken.
