Anything but toss them out.

Shallow fry the pancakes in neutral oil until golden brown on both sides.

Serve hot topped with sour cream.

Southern Living Homemade Mashed Potatoes in a bowl to serve

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3.

Shepherd’s Pie

Use leftover mashed potatoes to top this classic comforting casserole.

Potato Rolls

Mashed potatoes make for some of the fluffiest rolls (both regular mash andsweet potato).

Roasted Garlic Duchess Potatoes

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Incorporate the leftovers into doughs for a supper supple texture.

And guess what, the same even goes forcake…

6.

Thaw the mashed potatoes overnight in the fridge before using.

Southern Living Shepherd’s Pie in the baking dish ready to serve

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Twice-Baked Potato Casserole - Southern Living

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Skillet-Toasted Gnocchi with Peas

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