Refried roasties

• olive oil↗3 tbsp tbsp
• pickled onions↗10 small

  cut in half

• cayenne↗½ tsp tsp
• thyme sprigs↗a few

  leaves picked

• leftover or defrosted frozen cooked roast potatoes500g g

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat, add the pickled onions and fry for 3-4 mins until they get nicely caramelised. Add the cayenne and thyme leaves, then tip the roasties into the pan along with another 1 tbsp oil. Use the back of a wooden spoon to squash each one slightly. Leave alone for 3-4 mins to fry and get extra crisp on one side, then give them a good toss.

2. 2

   Add the remaining oil, toss and fry again for extra crispiness. Don’t worry if they fall apart a little, the scuffed bits will get extra crisp. Season to taste and serve warm with your Christmas leftovers.