Stuffed Mashed Potato

Ouadie Rhabbouron
  • Step 4: Bake and Fill
    1. Bake the empty potato nests for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden brown.
    2. Remove the muffin tin from the oven. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
    3. Spoon the meat filling evenly into the hot potato nests. Top generously with the shredded cheddar cheese.

    Step 5: Final Bake and Serve

    1. Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
    2. Let the nests cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes. This is crucial! They will firm up and be much easier to remove.
    3. Carefully run a small knife or offset spatula around the edges of each nest to loosen them, then gently lift them out.
    4. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and serve warm with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

    Chef’s Notes & Tips for Success

    · The Right Potato: Russet potatoes are starchy and create a fluffier, crispier nest. Yukon Golds are waxier and create a creamier, denser nest. Both work great!
    · Avoid Soggy Nests: The key to a firm nest is ensuring your mashed potato mixture isn’t too wet. Make sure to drain your cooked potatoes well and avoid adding too much liquid. Letting them cool slightly also helps.
    · Make Ahead: You can prepare the potato mixture and the meat filling a day in advance. Store them separately in the fridge. Assemble and bake the nests when you’re ready to serve.
    · Filling Variations:
    · Breakfast Nests: Fill with scrambled eggs and crumbled bacon.
    · Vegetarian Nests: Use a filling of sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and onions.
    · Buffalo Chicken: Fill with shredded cooked chicken tossed in buffalo sauce and top with blue cheese crumbles.
    · Freezing: These freeze wonderfully after the first bake (before adding the filling). Let the baked nests cool completely, then freeze them in a single layer before transferring to a freezer bag. To serve, bake from frozen for 10-15 minutes at 375°F, then add your filling and cheese and bake as directed.

    Enjoy these delicious, versatile, and crowd-pleasing potato nests

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