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Home » Ingredient » Potatoes » Mashed Potato Croquettes

Mashed Potato Croquettes

Last Updated June 29, 2019. Published April 7, 2015 By Rosemary 8 Comments

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Mashed Potato Croquettes, made with left over mashed potatoes and some spices. Deliciously crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. The perfect side dish.

Mashed Potato Croquettes, leftover mashed potatoes become a delicious side dish, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside potatoes.

I hope everyone had an amazing Easter with family and friends. We had a nice quiet Easter and then a fun get together with friends.

It was pretty chilly but that didn’t stop us from having our first barbecue of the year, of course with a couple of Pasta Dishes included. I enjoyed a nice rest from cooking. Although Baking is another story!

You always have to have a Dessert!

A really good friend of ours is an amazing cook so whenever possible we let him cook and as per usual he didn’t disappoint.

I don’t know if you serve mashed potatoes at Easter, but I remember my Mom always did. And I am telling you I think I preferred the day after dinner better than the Easter dinner.

Mashed Potato Croquettes, leftover mashed potatoes become a delicious side dish, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside potatoes.

For one thing that cooked Ham was thankfully all gone and hopefully there were leftover mashed potatoes. I think my Mom made extra mashed potatoes just because she knew how much we all loved her Mashed Potato Croquettes.

Mashed potatoes aren’t well-known in Italy, but over the years I have gotten my family hooked on mashed potatoes, gravy and yes Yorkshire pudding. My youngest daughter actually goes crazy for Yorkshire pudding. At least it is one thing she hasn’t tried to put Nutella on!

Mashed Potato Croquettes

Mashed Potato Croquettes, leftover mashed potatoes become a delicious side dish, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside potatoes.

Naturally when I make mashed potatoes I tend to make more than necessary just so I have enough leftovers to make these crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside perfect Mashed Potato Croquettes.

Once you try these,   you might just skip the mashed potatoes and go straight for the Mashed Potato Croquettes. Buon Appetito!

Mashed Potato Croquettes, leftover mashed potatoes become a delicious side dish, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside potatoes.

Mashed Potato Croquettes, leftover mashed potatoes become a delicious side dish, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside potatoes.
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Mashed Potato Croquettes

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Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 15 croquettes
Calories 89kcal
Author Rosemary Molloy

Ingredients

  • 3 cups mashed potatoes 990 grams
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon parsley .4 grams
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs 25 grams
  • 1/2 chopped onion if desired
  • flour for dredging

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl with a fork combine well mashed potatoes, beaten egg, parsley, bread crumbs and chopped onion if desired.
  • Taking approximately a 1/4 cup (more or less) at a time of the potato mixture, form into an oval or ball shape, then dredge in flour.
  • In a medium pan add 2-3 tablespoons of oil, on medium heat, heat until oil is hot (not smoking hot), add croquettes a few at a time turning as they brown.
  • Place on a plate lined with paper towels. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 89kcal
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Mashed Potato Croquettes, leftover mashed potatoes become the most delicious side dish with these crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside croquettes.|anitalianinmykitchen.com

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    1. Sandy says

      March 28, 2016 at 9:17 pm

      My father loved potato cakes so my mom always made extras. She called them “planed overs”. She used to add some Italian herbs (dried) and finely diced green peppers. Haven’t thought of these in years, but will definitely make soon. Thank you for reminding me.

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      • Rosemary says

        March 29, 2016 at 9:02 pm

        Hi Sandy, I always loved when my Mom made these, your welcome, enjoy.

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    2. Norma says

      March 16, 2016 at 6:20 am

      Try adding in a few slices of pre-cooked and crumbled bacon with the egg and parsley etc. Very tasty!! Thanks for reminding me of this delicious recipe.

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      • Rosemary says

        March 16, 2016 at 8:19 pm

        Hi Norma, thanks and what a great idea, I am going to try that next time.

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    3. Suzette says

      September 27, 2015 at 12:58 am

      5 stars
      My mother-in-law, who was born and raised in Napoli and now lives in Vieste (a seaside town in Puglia) makes these. The only difference is she puts mozzarella in the middle of the croquette which melts nicely while they’re frying in the oil. You should try it sometime…..delish!! By the way, I love your blog and I love how you love chocolate. You might love it almost as much as I do!!! 😉

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    4. [email protected] says

      April 9, 2015 at 6:23 pm

      We actually had mashed potatoes for Easter too! I enjoyed the leftovers all week- now I wish I had read your post sooner, lol Croquettes are big in my city, I love them so I have to make these!

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    5. April @ Girl Gone Gourmet says

      April 7, 2015 at 2:56 pm

      We skipped the big Easter dinner this year, so no leftover mashed potatoes 🙁 Definitely saving this idea for the next time – love it!

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      • Rose says

        April 8, 2015 at 9:30 pm

        Hi April, I should have skipped Easter dinner too, for all I ate, haha. Hope you enjoy it.

        Reply

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