mom's potato puffs

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mashed potatoes
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• in a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. mix in the mashed potatoes and egg until well blended.
• heat oil in a deep-fryer or heavy deep skillet to 365 degrees f (180 degrees c). carefully drop the potato mixture by spoonfuls into the hot oil, and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. remove from oil to drain on paper towels.