Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Crispy St. Patrick’s Irish Bangers & Mash Cups! Tender, flavorful sausages are nestled in a creamy mashed potato base, all encased in a golden, flaky puff pastry shell. Perfect for festive gatherings or family dinners, this innovative dish captures the essence of traditional Irish cuisine while delivering satisfying crunch in every bite. Your guests will be delighted by this delightful twist on a classic recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Irish sausages (about 1 lb)
- 2 large Russet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Cook the Irish sausages in a skillet over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until browned. Let cool slightly and slice.
- Boil the chopped potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry and cut circles to fit each muffin cup. Line the cups with pastry, fill halfway with mashed potatoes, then top with sliced sausage.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Cool slightly before removing from the tin and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using high-quality sausages with herbs. You can experiment by adding sautéed onions or cabbage to the mashed potatoes for a unique twist. To make it vegetarian, substitute traditional bangers with plant-based sausages.