Cheesy Potato Cups

🥔 Ingredients:

• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and boiled
• 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
• 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: chopped fresh herbs (like chives or parsley) for garnish

🧈 For Assembly:

• Non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing the muffin tin
• Extra grated cheese and bacon for topping

🔪 How to Make It:

1. Prepare the Potato Mixture:
   • Boil the potatoes until tender, then mash until smooth.
   • Stir in grated cheese, cooked bacon, and the egg.
   • Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
2. Assemble the Cups:
   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
   • Spoon the potato mixture into each muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full.
3. Top and Bake:
   • Sprinkle additional cheese and crumbled bacon on top of each cup.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the tops are golden and slightly crispy.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Let the cups cool slightly before removing from the tin.
   • Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve as a side dish with salad and BBQ favorites.

🌟 Why These are Perfect:

• Kid-Friendly: Deliciously cheesy and easy to eat.
• Customizable: Swap bacon for veggies or different cheeses for a unique flavor.
• Crowd-Pleaser: Ideal for BBQs, brunches, or family gatherings.

Enjoy your cheesy potato cups! Let me know if you add your own spin to them. 🧀🥔