Crispy Potato Poppers

I saw these on the food network, and didn't catch the exact recipe so I duplicated what I saw in the kitchen. Crispy, puffy, and yummy.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover)
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder
• 1  tablespoon parsley
• 1  egg
• 1⁄2 cup cornmeal
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili pepper, for spice (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Mix potatoes, garlic, parsley and egg in a bowl until well combined.
3. Combine cornmeal and chili pepper on a plate or waxed paper.
4. Form bite size, uniform balls of potato mix and roll in cornmeal mix to evenly coat.
5. Place on a greased baking sheet and bake for 15-20 mins until hot and crispy.
6. Serve with dipping sauce of your choice, or by themselves, or with supper!