"Sheldon" > wrote in message
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>
> cybercat wrote:
>> This year, I really want to avoid the last minute flusters.
>>
>> However, I want everything to be really good.
>>
>> On the good side, I am only cooking for 4--but of course we have to have
>> enough leftovers for everyone to take home.
>>
>> Is there a way to make homemade mashed potatoes ahead of time and have
>> them
>> be just as good? Or is that the one thing, along with the bread, that I
>> need
>> to do just before serving? I'm using russets if that matters.
>
> Gently blend your mashed potatoes with well caramelized onions. With
> wet hands form into patties (about 3" diam x 3/4" thk), coat with egg
> wash and fine cracker crumbs or matzo meal. Gently fry potato patties
> in vegetable oil until golden brown on both sides. Place patties in
> fridge until time to reheat... reheat on a sheet pan in med oven.
> Caramelized onions may be omited, but why...
>

This sounds awesome, Sheldon! Thanks.



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