Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake is Twist on Tradition

Is there a more perfect dish than mashed potatoes? Creamy, warm and filling, they might be the perfect comfort food.   Home cook Ellen Curry came up with her Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake using leftover mashed potatoes. Customize it with your choice of cheeses and you’ve got a tasty twist on a classic.   See step-by-step photos of Ellen’s recipe plus thousands more from home cooks nationwide at: www.justapinch.com/potatobake   You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a pinch”… -Janet {{more}}     “You can add any combination of cheeses you like!”   -Ellen Curry, Clearwater, FL       Cheesy Mashed Potato Bake     What You Need   2 c leftover mashed potatoes 1/4 c grated cheddar 1/4 c grated Mexican cheese blend Salt and pepper to taste 1 egg 1/2 c bread crumbs, dry Butter for dish 1 pinch grated cheddar 1 pinch grated Mexican cheese blend   Directions   • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Mix together potatoes, 1/4 cup of each cheese, salt, pepper, egg and bread crumbs.   • Melt a pat of butter in a glass pie dish. This will keep potatoes from sticking and add flavor. Place potato mixture in dish and spread evenly.   • Top with remaining pinches of cheeses and bake for 30 min.   Submitted by: Ellen Curry, Clearwater, FL   www.justapinch.com/potatobake © 2011 Just A Pinch Recipe Club. Brought to you by American Hometown Media Used by Permission.