Crusty Potato Tidbits

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 70 Cuisine: American

Crispy, cheesy potato tidbits with green onions, perfect as an appetizer or snack, offering a flavorful crunch on the outside and soft, savory interior.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb. Russet potatoes
  • 2 Tbsp. milk
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1 c. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. minced green onion
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 to 4 c. cornflakes

Instructions

  1. Scrub potatoes and quarter them.
  2. Place in a saucepan with 1/2 inch boiling, salted water.
  3. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 20 minutes or until tender.
  4. Peel potatoes and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and minced green onion; mix well.
  6. Shape the mixture into balls about 1-inch in diameter.
  7. Dip potato balls into beaten eggs, then roll in coarsely crushed cornflakes.
  8. Place on a greased baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 10 minutes or until balls are hot and crusty.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

660 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16g 32% DV
Total Fat 36g 46% DV
Carbs 68.8g 25% DV
Fiber 3.1g 11% DV
Sugar 13g 26% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10136.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 919.5mg 20% DV
Cholesterol 146mg 49% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 89.5mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 35.8mg 40% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 392.3mg 30% DV
Iron 4.1mg 23% DV
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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