Potato Nests

1. 1

   In a medium bowl mix together potatoes, onion, egg, salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Generously butter a 12 cup mini-muffin pan.

3. 3

   For each nest spoon 2 tablespoons mixture into the palm of your hand, squeeze out excess liquid, form into a ball and fit into a muffin cup pushing mixture up the sides forming a basket, I use a wine cork to help with this task.

4. 4

   Repeat this process until all 12 muffin cups are formed.

5. 5

   Bake on bottom rack of oven at 400 for 40 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from oven to cool on a rack.

7. 7

   Baskets can be made ahead of time; put them in the oven at a low temperature to crisp up before filling them.

8. 8

   In a small bowl mix together sour cream, salt, pepper, crumbled bacon, chives (reserve some for garnish).

9. 9

   Spoon 1 teaspoon filling into each nest, garnish and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.