GARLIC-HERB POTATO NESTS

Garlic-Herb Potato Nests image

These elegant-looking little appetizers are quite simple to prepare, says Donna Cline of Pensacola, Florida. "The crunchy nests filled with herb cheese 'eggs' are a real eye-catcher, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups grated peeled potatoes, drained and squeezed dry
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup garlic-herb spreadable cheese
Fresh dill sprigs

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, egg white, salt and pepper. Place 1 tablespoonful in each of 24 greased miniature muffin cups, lining the bottom and sides of cups. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Shape 1/2 teaspoonfuls of cheese into ovals; place in potato nests. Garnish with dill. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.