Author Notes
This recipe is simple use for leftover mashed potatoes. I call it patata cause it kind of looks like a frittata. —Mike
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Serves
2 as a main or 4 as a side
Ingredients
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2 cups
leftover mashed potatoes
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1/2
red pepper
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1
onion
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4
mushrooms (cremini are nice)
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1 teaspoon
chopped hot pepper (too taste)
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2 tablespoons
butter
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1/4 cup
grated cheese (good sharp cheddar)
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salt and pepper to season
Directions
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Heat large cast iron pan on stovetop to medium;
Add butter;
When sizzling add onions; after 5 minutes add red pepper, hot pepper and mushrooms; after 3 minutes add potatoes; stir so that everything is incorporated and then press down into the skillet to make a nice "patata"; add your grated cheddar cheese and leave on low heat on the stovetop for 3 minutes or until the cheese melts. Serve and enjoy.
All measurements are approximate and the recipe is easily subject to improvisation.
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