Instant Mashed Potato Bowl
Instant mashed potatoes are the base, and you pile toppings on them. Think of it like a deconstructed shepherd's pie — creamy potatoes with meat and vegetables on top.
Time
15 min
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
2–3
Ingredients 4 items
- 1 package instant mashed potatoes (or about 2 cups prepared)
- Butter and milk as directed on the package
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Optional: Browned ground beef or turkey on top, Canned chili on top, Gravy (canned or from a packet), Salt and pepper, Garlic powder
Equipment
- Medium pot (or microwave)
- Stirring spoon
Allergens: Contains Dairy (butter, milk in mashed potatoes). Check instant potato package — some contain milk powder.
Instructions
- Prepare the instant mashed potatoes according to the package directions.
- Warm the drained corn in a small pot or microwave for 2 minutes.
- Scoop the mashed potatoes into bowls.
- Top with the warm corn and shredded cheese. The cheese will melt from the heat of the potatoes.
- Add any other toppings you have. Season with salt and pepper.
notes & tips
- Think of it as a blank canvas. Mashed potatoes go with almost everything. Any combination of toppings works.
- Best topping combos: Chili and cheese. Ground beef with gravy. Broccoli and cheese. Corn and butter.
- No instant? Boil and mash real potatoes. It takes longer but the result is even better.
- Leftover mashed potatoes: Form them into patties, pan-fry in butter until crispy on both sides. Mashed potato cakes are a great next-day meal.