Easy Mashed Potato Cakes
Cook Time
40
mins
Calories
315
Serving Size
6
Carbs
21.2
Fat
9.2
Protein
8.4
description
These are just great for ANY time of day!!
ingredients
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (NOT instant mashed)
- 2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup flour (or up to 1/2 cup flour for creamier potatoes)
- 2 to 3 Tbsp chives, chopped
- 1/2 cup plain bread crumbs
- Light Olive oil or Canola oil to sauté
- Sour cream to serve
directions
How to Make Mashed Potatoes:
- Fill a 5 Qt pot with water. Add 1 Tbsp salt and peeled quartered russet potatoes (2 lbs or about 7 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered).
- Cook until easily pierced with fork.
- Drain well and mash in 4 Tbsp butter then let cool to room temp.
- Mashed potatoes can be made 1 - 3 days ahead.
How to Make Mashed Potato Pancakes:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups mashed potatoes, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup flour and 2 Tbsp chopped chives. Use a potato masher to mash the mixture together until well mixed. If the potatoes are too loose to hold a patty shape, add flour a Tablespoon at a time.
- Place a heaping tablespoonful of potato mixture between your palms and form into a round, ⅓" thick patty. Dredge both sides of the pancake in bread crumbs and set on a cutting board. Repeat with remaining pancakes.
- Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat with enough oil to lightly cover the bottom of the pan. Once oil is hot, add patties in a single layer and sauté 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining patties, adding more oil as needed. I usually have 2 skillets going at once to finish sooner.