INSTRUCTIONS

• 1. Prepare the mashed potatoes according to package instructions. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly incorporated, then allow the mixture to cool.
• 2. Prepare the waffle mixture by folding the flour and beaten eggs into the cooled cheddar mashed potatoes until thoroughly combined.
• 3. Prepare the Morita chile maple syrup by whisking the maple syrup and Morita chile flakes together until evenly incorporated. Hold for service. Note: Red chile flakes or another preferred chile flake may be substituted for Morita chile flakes.
• 4. Prepare the chicken tenders according to package instructions and hold hot for service.
• 5. Preheat the waffle iron. Portion approx. 12 oz of the potato mixture evenly into the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are crisp and golden brown.
• 6. To serve, place one cheddar potato waffle on each plate and top with three hot chicken tenders. Drizzle with Morita chile maple syrup and serve immediately.