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Leftover mashed potatoes (approximately 3–4 cups, or enough to cover your casserole dish)
Parchment paper
Baking sheet or flat, freezer-safe pan
Spoon or spatula
Freezer-safe storage bag or airtight container
Creamy, fluffy, and perfectly golden on top, mashed potatoes are one of the best parts of holiday dinner! But what do you do when you have more leftovers than you know what to do with?
Don’t let those delicious mashed potatoes go to waste! This simple freezer hack transforms your holiday leftovers into an easy, ready-to-use topping for cozy casseroles, hearty stews, and comforting shepherd’s pie.
The best part? You can prepare everything ahead of time, pop it in the freezer, and have a homemade dinner topping ready whenever you need it. No extra peeling, boiling, or mashing required!
It’s the perfect way to save time, reduce food waste, and turn holiday leftovers into something delicious all over again!
The amount you’ll need depends on the size of your casserole dish and how thick you prefer your mashed potato topping.
For an 8×8-inch casserole dish, approximately 3–4 cups of mashed potatoes should create a generous topping.
For larger dishes, simply increase the amount of mashed potatoes accordingly.
You can make several smaller portions to have ready for individual meals or smaller casseroles.
Leftover mashed potatoes (approximately 3–4 cups, or enough to cover your casserole dish)
Parchment paper
Baking sheet or flat, freezer-safe pan
Spoon or spatula
Freezer-safe storage bag or airtight container
Creamy, fluffy, and perfectly golden on top, mashed potatoes are one of the best parts of holiday dinner! But what do you do when you have more leftovers than you know what to do with?
Don’t let those delicious mashed potatoes go to waste! This simple freezer hack transforms your holiday leftovers into an easy, ready-to-use topping for cozy casseroles, hearty stews, and comforting shepherd’s pie.
The best part? You can prepare everything ahead of time, pop it in the freezer, and have a homemade dinner topping ready whenever you need it. No extra peeling, boiling, or mashing required!
It’s the perfect way to save time, reduce food waste, and turn holiday leftovers into something delicious all over again!
The amount you’ll need depends on the size of your casserole dish and how thick you prefer your mashed potato topping.
For an 8×8-inch casserole dish, approximately 3–4 cups of mashed potatoes should create a generous topping.
For larger dishes, simply increase the amount of mashed potatoes accordingly.
You can make several smaller portions to have ready for individual meals or smaller casseroles.
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