Best 2 Leftover Mashed Potato Pizza Recipes

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Have you ever found yourself with leftover mashed potatoes and wondered what to do with them? Well, wonder no more! Leftover mashed potato pizza is a delicious and creative way to use up your leftovers. This easy-to-make dish is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. So, if you're looking for a new and exciting way to use up your leftover mashed potatoes, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LEFTOVER MASHED POTATO PIZZA



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There's no need for tomato sauce on this pizza. It uses leftover mashed potatoes instead and is topped with Mozzarella, bacon, leek, garlic and basil.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 ounces slab bacon, finely diced (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 pounds prepared pizza dough, at room temperature
All-purpose flour
Olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups leftover mashed potatoes, slightly warm
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella (about 5 ounces)
1/2 leek (white and light green parts only), very thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese (about 1 ounce)
12 fresh basil leaves
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • Put a pizza stone on the bottom rack in the oven and preheat to 500 degrees F for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a small skillet over medium heat, add the bacon, cook until the fat renders but is short of being crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Divide the dough into 2 equal portions; form each into a ball. Roll a portion into a 12-inch round on a floured surface (cover the other piece with a kitchen towel). Lightly dust a pizza peel with flour and put the dough on the peel, drizzle lightly with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Slip the dough onto the preheated stone and cook until just set, about 4 minutes.
  • Using the peel, remove the dough from the oven and spread half of the mashed potatoes over the top, leaving about a 1-inch border around the side. Season with salt and pepper. Then sprinkle half of the cheese on top and top with half of the bacon, leek and garlic. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Return the pizza to the stone and cook until the crust is golden and the cheese melts, about 5 to 7 minutes more. Remove the pizza, top with half the grated Parmesan and scatter with some basil leaves and pepper flakes, if desired. Serve. Repeat with the remaining dough and toppings.

LEFTOVER MASHED POTATO PIZZA



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Put a pizza stone on the bottom rack in the oven and preheat to 500 degrees F for at least 30 minutes.Heat a small skillet over medium heat, add the bacon, cook until the fat renders but is short of being crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.Divide the dough into 2 equal portions; form each into a ball. Roll a portion into a 12-inch round on a floured surface (cover the other piece with a kitchen towel). Lightly dust a pizza peel with flour and put the dough on the peel, drizzle lightly with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Slip the dough onto the preheated stone and cook until just set, about 4 minutes.Using the peel, remove the dough from the oven and spread half of the mashed potatoes over the top, leaving about a 1-inch border around the side. Season with salt and pepper. Then sprinkle half of the cheese on top and top with half of the bacon, leek and garlic. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Return the pizza to the stone and cook until the crust is golden and the cheese melts, about 5 to 7 minutes more. Remove the pizza, top with half the grated Parmesan and scatter with some basil leaves and pepper flakes, if desired. Serve. Repeat with the remaining dough and toppings.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.

Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 84

Tips:

  • Use leftover mashed potatoes that are still warm and fluffy.
  • If your mashed potatoes are too thick, add a little milk or cream to thin them out.
  • Season your mashed potatoes with salt, pepper, and any other desired herbs or spices before using them on your pizza.
  • Use a variety of toppings on your pizza, such as cheese, vegetables, and meat.
  • Bake your pizza at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit or higher) so that the crust gets crispy.
  • Let your pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Leftover mashed potato pizza is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. It's a great meal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. With its crispy crust, cheesy topping, and flavorful mashed potato base, this pizza is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you have leftover mashed potatoes, don't throw them away! Instead, use them to make a delicious and satisfying pizza.

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