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Mashed Potato Quesadilla Recipe
Mashed potato quesadillas were inspired by a restaurant experience that demanded duplication at home, showcasing how creative leftover usage can produce unique, comfort food results. This innovative approach transforms leftover mashed potatoes into exciting quesadilla filling while creating something completely different from typical preparations. The comfort food appeal combines familiar potato flavors with crispy quesadilla format for satisfying results that prove creativity in the kitchen pays off.
I had something like this at a restaurant last night and had to try duplicating it at home. This potato quesadilla reminds me of a pierogi. I think this recipe can be played up with just about anything you like with potatoes. This can be a super-fast meal if you use the heat and serve bacon and premade mashed potatoes.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 quesadillas
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Ingredients
2 cups mashed potatoes
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
¼ cup sliced green onions
8 flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons softened butter
1 cup salsa
¼ cup sour cream
Directions
Stir together mashed potatoes, bacon, and green onions. Spread mashed potato mixture onto 4 tortillas, spreading to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese on top of mashed potatoes and top with remaining tortillas. Lightly butter each side of quesadilla.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
Place a quesadilla into the preheated pan; cook until golden brown and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining quesadillas. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 766 | Calories |
| 39g | Fat |
| 78g | Carbs |
| 26g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 766 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 39g | 50% |
| Saturated Fat 21g | 107% |
| Cholesterol 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium 1590mg | 69% |
| Total Carbohydrate 78g | 28% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 21% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin C 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium 511mg | 39% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 717mg | 15% |
* 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.
