Mom's Potato Puffs

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.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 200 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix in the mashed potatoes and egg until well blended.

Step 2

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.