Dinner for 2
Leftover Pasta Fritters
Cold pasta is mixed with eggs, breadcrumbs, and cheese, then pan-fried into crisp golden fritters.
$5.83for 4 servings
$1.46 per serving$5.83 for 4
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- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings (the source says 12, which counts pieces)
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Pasta$0.10/oz typical | 11 oz | $1.05Typical price |
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 2 | $0.60Typical price |
| Bread crumbs$0.14/oz typical | 4 oz | $0.56Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.48Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $2.91 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperOlive and cooking oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cold leftover pasta
- 2 eggs
- 1 cups breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
- salt and pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Steps
- Beat the eggs in a large bowl, then stir in the cold pasta, breadcrumbs, cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into 12 small fritters.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the fritters in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and the eggs are firm.
Swaps
- Pasta for Egg noodlesabout $0.04/oz more at typical prices
- Bread crumbs for Stuffing mixabout $0.16/oz more at typical prices
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