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Ultimate Breakfast Potato Pie

Ultimate Breakfast Potato Pie

Yield: 10 each 8 oz side dish servings

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ Natural Yukon Mashed Potatoes (71117.94501)
• 6 Eggs, whisked together
• 1/4 cup AP flour
• 2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1/4 cup Chives, minced
• 1 cup Bacon, cooked and diced
• 2 each 9-inch Pie crust, frozen and thawed
• 1 cup Sharp Cheddar, shredded, divided in half
• 16 each sunny-side-up Eggs
• Freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cut a round of parchment paper to fit into the bottom of the springform pan.
3. Lightly flour a cleaned work surface and roll out the pie crusts to fit halfway up each of the springform pans.
4. With a paddle attachment and a stand mixer, mix Reser’s Special Request Natural Yukon Mashed Potatoes with eggs, flour, and salt.
5. When combined, mix in the cooked bacon and chives.
6. Fill the crusts evenly with 45 oz potato filling and top each pie with 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
8. Let cool completely on a rack.
9. Cut each pie into 8 servings and reheat each slice in the oven for 3-4 minutes to warm through prior to plating.
10. Top each slice with a sunny-side-up egg and fresh ground black pepper.

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African Sweet Potato Soup

African Sweet Potato Soup

Yield: 16 each 5 oz servings

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ All Natural Mashed Sweet Potatoes (71117.94504)
• 2 Tbsp Ginger, peeled and grated
• 1/4 cup Canola oil
• 2 Tbsp Berbere spice
• 1 each 14 oz can Diced tomatoes, undrained
• 8 cups Vegetable or chicken stock
• 1/2 cup Peanuts, dry roasted
• Kosher salt, to taste

Directions:

1. In a heavy-bottomed 8-quart stockpot, heat the oil over medium heat.
2. Add the ginger and cook to soften without browning for 1-2 minutes.
3. Add the Berbere spice and lightly toast for 20-30 seconds stirring constantly.
4. Add the canned tomatoes, stock, Reser’s Special Request All Natural Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and peanuts. Bring to a simmer.
5. Cook on a low simmer for 15-20 minutes until the soup has thickened and the peanuts have softened.
6. Take off heat and puree with an immersion blender.
7. Taste and season with kosher salt as needed.
8. To serve, place an 8 oz ladle into a bowl and top with crushed peanuts and cilantro.

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Potato Leek Soup

Potato Leek Soup

Yield: 20 each 6 oz bowls

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs bag Reser’s® Special Request™ Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes with Pepper (71117.14446)
• 1/4 cup Butter
• 4 cups Leeks, sliced lengthwise, washed, and sliced into 1/4-inch thick half-moons (white and light green parts only)
• 1 quart Chicken stock
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 2 each Bay leaves
• 2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1/2 cup Green onions, thinly sliced on the bias for garnish

Directions:

1. Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed 8-quart stockpot.
2. Add sliced leeks and kosher salt and cook over low heat stirring often until the leeks are softened but not browned, 6-8 minutes.
3. Reduce heat and add Reser’s Special Request Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes, chicken stock, milk, and bay leaves and whisk until fully incorporated.
4. Heat over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Take off the heat and puree with an immersion blender.
6. Check the seasoning and place in a bain-marie for service.
7. Garnish each serving with thinly sliced green onions.

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Savory Onion Potato Bake

Savory Onion Potato Bake

Yield: 20 each 5 oz servings

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes with Pepper (71117.14446)
• 6 each Eggs, beaten
• 1 cup Green onions, sliced, reserve ¼ cup for garnish
• 1 1/4 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded
• 2 1/2 cups French fried onions
• 2 Tbsp Butter to grease the pan

Directions:

1. Heat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add Reser’s Special Request Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes, eggs, sliced green onions, Parmesan, and 1 cup French-fried onions.
3. Mix well until combined and place into buttered 12-inch cast iron pan.
4. Top with remaining French-fried onions and bake for 25-30 minutes.
5. Top should be golden brown and heated through, but onions not burnt.
6. Keep warm to serve.

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Potato-Cheddar Ale Soup

Potato-Cheddar Ale Soup

Yield: 20 each 6 oz servings

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ All Natural Yukon Mashed Potatoes (71117.94501)
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 1 Tbsp Granulated garlic
• 2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1 tsp White pepper
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 12 oz Pale ale beer
• 1 cup Green onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups Bacon bits
• 2 cups toasted mini croutons

Directions:

1. Place the chicken broth, salt, pepper, granulated garlic, and onion in a large stockpot and bring to a simmer.
2. Reduce heat, add Reser’s Special Request Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, and stir until fully incorporated.
3. Heat over medium for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Off the heat, add the beer, heavy cream, and Cheddar cheese and whisk until fully incorporated.
5. Serve bowls and garnish each with bacon, green onion, and croutons.

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Sweet Potato Soup with Burnt Ends & Smoked Cheddar

Sweet Potato Soup with Burnt Ends & Smoked Cheddar

Yield: 16 Servings

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs bag Reser’s® Special Request™ All Natural Sweet Mashed Potatoes (71117.94504)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 3 cups Water
• 1 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
• 3 1/2 tsp Onion powder
• 4 Tbsp Butter
• 1 Tbsp Salt
• 2 tsp Apple cider vinegar
• Smoked Cheddar cheese, shredded for garnish
• Brisket and/or beef roast ends for garnish

Directions:

1. Steam or microwave Reser’s Special Request All Natural Sweet Mashed Potatoes in the bag until hot.
2. Combine the remaining soup ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a low simmer.
3. Add the hot sweet potatoes and whisk until smooth.
4. Keep warm and covered for service.
5. For service, ladle soup into a bowl and top with Cheddar cheese and burnt end pieces.

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Sweet Potato Waffles

Sweet Potato Waffles

Yield: 50 each 4-inch Waffles

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ All Natural Mashed Sweet Potatoes (71117.14391)
• 5 quarts All-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup Baking powder
• 5 tsp Cinnamon, ground
• 2 1/2 tsp Cloves, ground
• 20 Eggs, separated into yolks and whites
• 15 cups Whole milk

Directions:

1. Preheat waffle iron.
2. Combine Reser’s All Natural Mashed Sweet Potatoes with all ingredients, except the egg whites and sugar.
3. Mix until just combined. Do not over-mix.
4. With a mixer, combine the egg whites and sugar and beat on high until firm peaks form.
5. Fold the egg white and sugar mixture into the sweet potato mixture.
6. Pour mix onto waffle iron and cook until golden.
7. Serve with warm maple syrup and sliced bananas.

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Mashed Potato-Brisket Bowl

Mashed Potato-Brisket Bowl

Yield: 12 entrée bowls

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes with Pepper (71117.14446)
• 3 lbs Beef brisket, chopped and kept warm
• 3 cups Corn, heated through
• 3 cups BBQ sauce, warmed
• 3 cups Reser’s Baja Café® Pico De Gallo (71117.00134)
• 4 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions:

1. Mix brisket, corn, BBQ sauce, Reser’s Baja Café Pico De Gallo in a bowl and keep warm.
2. Heat Reser’s Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes with Pepper in a steamer or water bath.
3. For each order, place a 6 oz scoop of Creamy Deluxe mashed potatoes in a bowl.
4. Top the potatoes with a 6 oz scoop of BBQ brisket mixture.
5. Top with shredded Cheddar cheese and brown under broil until cheese is melted.

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Cheesy Potato Cakes

Cheesy Potato Cakes

Yield: 30 cakes or 15 appetizer servings

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes with Pepper (71117.14446)
• 3 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Chives, chopped
• 1 cup Clarified butter or canola oil
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• Mixed greens

Directions:

1. Preheat flat top grill to 375°F.
2. Mix Reser’s Creamy Deluxe Mashed Potatoes with pepper, cheese, and chives in a bowl until combined. Form mixture into 30 each 1/2-inch thick patties.
3. Dredge each patty in flour seasoned with salt and pepper shaking off any excess.
4. Add cakes to grilled brushed with oil or butter and cook for 5-6 minutes or until golden and crisp.
5. Flip the cakes over and cook for 5-6 more minutes.
6. Serve 2 per plate with a dollop of sour cream on each cake.

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Crispy Parmesan-Garlic Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Crispy Parmesan-Garlic Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Yield: 15 each 5 oz portions

Ingredients:

• 5 lbs Reser’s® Special Request™ All Natural Yukon Mashed Potatoes (71117.94501)
• 75 each Garlic cloves, roasted in olive oil and kept warm
• ¼ cup fresh Thyme, leaves only
• 15 each toasted Parmesan bowls

Directions:

1. In a steamer or large stockpot, heat the Reser’s Special Request All Natural Yukon Mashed Potatoes for 20-22 minutes until heated through.
2. In a serving bowl, place the toasted Parmesan bowl with a small amount of the mashed on the bottom to keep the bowl from moving.
3. Place 5 oz of the mashed potatoes inside the bowl and garnish with several thyme leaves and 5 garlic cloves.