Mom's Potato Puffs

Name: Mom's Potato Puffs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup all-purpose flour; 1.5 teaspoons baking powder; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 1 cup mashed potatoes; 1 egg, beaten; 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying

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My mother would always cook extra mashed potatoes so us kids could have these delicious puffs the next day. Over the years I have experimented with her basic recipe and sometimes will add grated cheddar cheese, chopped green onions and bacon bits to the mixture. I have also added corn niblets for a really different tasting puff.

Recipe by Patti Pearson

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed potatoes
1 egg, beaten
1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying

Directions

In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in the mashed potatoes and egg until well blended.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy deep skillet to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Carefully drop the potato mixture by spoonfuls into the hot oil, and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from oil to drain on paper towels.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

200	Calories
16g	Fat
13g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 200
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g	20%
Saturated Fat 2g	11%
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 297mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 5mg	26%
Calcium 59mg	5%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 131mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.