INSIGHT Magazine November 2018 | Page 22

Homemade Tater Tots Source: cookcraftlove.com Ingredients: • 1 egg, beaten • 1 1/2 cups leftover mashed potatoes • 2 Tbs parmesan cheese + more for serving • Salt to taste • 2 Tbs flour • 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil • 1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs Directions: 1. Salt potatoes to taste and mix in egg and flour until completely incorporated. 2. Mix bread crumbs and parmesan cheese in a separate bowl and scoop potato mixture by rounded tablespoon, coating thoroughly in bread crumbs. 3. Shape into rounded rectangles and lay on a cookie sheet. Refrigerate while your oil heats, about 10 minutes. 4. Heat oil in a medium sauce pan to 350 degrees. Drop 4-6 tots in hot oil, careful not to overcrowd the pan, and fry for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. 5. Allow to drain on a paper towel and sprinkle with coarse salt and parmesan cheese. Spaghetti Squash Pancakes Source: halfbakedharvest.com Ingredients: • 1 cup cooked spaghetti squash • 2 eggs • 1/4 cup whole wheat flour white flour can be used • 1 tablespoon butter softened • salt + pepper to taste • 1/2 tablespoon butter for the pan Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and blend well. 2. Heat a small skillet on the stovetop, add butter or cooking spray. 3. Pour in batter, and spread into a disk with a spoon. 4. Cook pancake slowly on medium heat for about 3-6 minutes (or when batter starts to bubble) and then flip. 5. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes on the other side. Repeat with remaining batter. 6. Serve warm, with an extra pat of butter if desired. 22 November 2018 INSIGHT