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Potato and Cheese Flautas

40 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: a plain tortilla$9.50560 cal · 16g proteinkept by 1 family

Ingredients

  • russet potatoes1½ lb
  • corn tortillas16 count
  • shredded monterey jack cheese1½ cups
  • ground cumin1 tsp
  • garlic powder1 tsp
  • vegetable oil½ cup
  • red salsa1 cup
  • sour cream½ cup
  • romaine lettuce1 head

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel and cube the potatoes, then boil in salted water 12-15 minutes until very tender. Drain and mash with cumin, garlic powder, salt and the cheese.

  2. 2

    Warm tortillas in the microwave under a damp towel for 45 seconds so they roll without cracking.

  3. 3

    Spread 2 tablespoons of potato along each tortilla, roll tightly and secure with a toothpick.

  4. 4

    Pan-fry in 1/2 inch of 350°F oil, seam-side down first, until crisp and golden, about 3 minutes. Or bake brushed with oil at 425°F for 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve on shredded lettuce with salsa and sour cream. Kids love dunking them like crispy fingers.

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