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Stuffed Mashed Potato Nests Recipe

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Delicious Stuffed Mashed Potato Nests featuring crispy mashed potato cups filled with savory ground turkey, scrambled eggs, sautéed spinach and mushrooms, topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh chives. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch, these nests combine creamy, cheesy potatoes with flavorful protein and vegetables for a satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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Potato Nests:

  • 4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or breadcrumbs (used to bind the potato mixture)
  • Baking spray or oil for greasing muffin tin or frying nests

Fillings:

  • 1 cup cooked ground turkey, seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
  • 3 eggs, scrambled
  • 1 cup sautéed spinach and mushrooms with olive oil and garlic
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and chop the Russet potatoes into even pieces. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain thoroughly and mash until smooth.
  2. Make the Potato Mixture: To the mashed potatoes, add the beaten egg, shredded cheese (if using), salt, pepper, and flour or breadcrumbs. Mix well to combine. This mixture will help the nests hold their shape.
  3. Form the Nests: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin with baking spray or oil. Press the potato mixture evenly into each muffin cup, forming a nest shape with a well in the center for the filling.
  4. Bake the Potato Nests: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake the nests for about 15 minutes or until they start to get golden and firm.
  5. Prepare the Fillings: While the nests bake, scramble the eggs in a skillet over medium heat and set aside. Sauté spinach and mushrooms in olive oil with minced garlic until tender, then combine with cooked ground turkey seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  6. Add Fillings to Nests: Remove potato nests from the oven. Fill each nest with a portion of the ground turkey mixture, scrambled eggs, and sautéed spinach and mushrooms. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Final Bake: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for an additional 7-10 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly browned.
  8. Serve: Remove nests from the muffin tin and place on serving plates. Optionally, top each nest with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with chopped chives. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef according to preference.
  • For a vegetarian option, omit the ground turkey and add more sautéed vegetables or beans.
  • If you prefer a crispier texture, broil the nests for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
  • Using breadcrumbs instead of flour helps achieve a crunchier nest exterior.
  • This recipe can be prepared ahead by assembling nests and refrigerating before baking.

Keywords: stuffed mashed potato nests, breakfast nests, savory potato recipe, ground turkey breakfast, cheesy potato cups

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