17 Ways To Use Leftover Mashed Potatoes

Made way too many mashed potatoes? Step away from the microwave! From savory pancakes to pillowy rolls, here are 17 genius ways to give your leftover spuds a delicious second life.

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Let’s be honest: making the exact right amount of mashed potatoes is a mathematical impossibility. You either make too little, or you accidentally make enough to feed a small army. In today's roundup we're moving way past the standard reheat. Get ready to turn yesterday's side dish into tonight's star attraction with these 17 clever (and comforting) recipes.

1

Cheesy Roasted Garlic Potato Balls

Cheesy Roasted Garlic Potato balls are basically the best way to use up holiday leftovers. Ever.

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2

Potato Pancakes with Leftover Mashed Potatoes

Potato Pancakes with Leftover Mashed Potatoes is the perfect dish to make when your fridge is full of leftover mashed potatoes.

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3

Potato Varenyky: Ukrainian Mashed Potato Dumplings

These classic Ukrainian varenyky are filled with creamy mashed potatoes and sweet golden onions, wrapped in soft, tender dough. Whether served with sour cream, crispy bacon, or more caramelized onions, they’re the ultimate comfort food — simple, nostalgic, and made to share.

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4

Easy Moussaka with Mashed Potatoes (No-Eggplant Recipe)

This easy moussaka with mashed potatoes skips the eggplant but keeps all the comfort. A hearty Greek-inspired casserole that’s perfect for family dinners. No complicated layers required!

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5

Cheesy Mashed Potato Casserole

Making a cheesy mashed potato casserole is a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes! This recipe brings your mashed potatoes back to life.

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6

Bread Rolls Recipe- Indian Potato Croquettes

These Indian-styled Stuffed Bread Rolls, crispy and browned from outside, savory and spicy with potato stuffing, are a perfect way to indulge in filling breakfast!

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7

Easy Potato and Italian Sausage Soup ~ Made with Leftovers!

Potato and Italian Sausage Soup is creamy and rich with incredible flavor from fennel, onions, garlic, pecorino cheese and a touch of cream.

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8

Paneer Aloo Paratha Recipe

You’ll love this paneer aloo paratha, rich with paneer and perfectly crispy in every bite. It’s a flavourful, satisfying paratha for breakfast, lunch, and brunch. The best crispy and flaky paratha. Highly recommendable!!

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9

Venison Shepherd’s Pie (Hunter’s Pie)

This shepherd’s pie takes it down to the basics - meat and potatoes. Indulge a little with this elevated spin on a classic comfort dish.

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10

Irish Potato Bread

Easy 4-ingredient Irish Potato Bread! Also known as Irish Farls, Fadge, or potato cakes! Made on a hot griddle, gluten-free, and vegan!

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11

Ranch Mashed Potato Cups

Ranch Mashed Potato Cups have ranch mashed potatoes and bacon in crescent cups for a tasty party food. An easy version of Uno’s pizza skins appetizer and a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes.

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12

Turkey Stew with Mashed Potato Dumplings

Creamy turkey stew + pillowy mashed potato dumplings made from leftover mashed potatoes. The coziest way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers!

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13

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

My loaded mashed potato casserole is super creamy and topped with the most addictive crunchy topping. Make ahead friendly!

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14

Sourdough Discard Potato Dinner Rolls

A delicious recipe for Sourdough Discard Potato Dinner Rolls. They’re light and fluffy with an earthy, nutty flavor from the mashed potatoes!

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15

Savory Potato Waffles With Broccoli

Easy to make savory whole-food plant-based & gluten-free waffles from left-over cooked potatoes and broccoli. Just 12 minutes, no oil needed.

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16

Delicious Pot Roast Dip Recipe

The best place to get inspiration for a truly delicious dip is from the foods that we already love, like pot roast and mashed potatoes.

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17

Tacos de Papa Recipe

Mexican tacos de papa are delicious, crispy potato tacos, with corn tortillas stuffed with seasoned mashed potatoes then fried until golden, easy to make!

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Do you have a leftover mashed potatoes recipe to recommend? Drop a comment below!