Mashed Potato Pancakes

Cuisine : American
pancakes - potato

Ingredients

  • 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes plain is best, but garlic mashed potatoes work too
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/3 cup chopped green onions plus more for garnish
  • 1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon or chopped ham
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or 2 teaspoons freshly chopped parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme optional
  • salt and pepper to taste  about 1/2 tsp salt for flavour
  • a small amount of vegetable oil for frying
  • sour cream for serving
  • Add the leftover mashed potatoes to a large bowl. They shouldn't be cold from the fridge if you can help it - let them stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before adding any other ingredients OR mash them up well again to break up the clumps with a warm potato masher.
  • Add the cheese, flour, green onion, bacon or ham, eggs, garlic powder, thyme, and salt and pepper.
  • Stir all the ingredients together very well until everything is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth. 
  • Form the mixture into 12 patties about 1.5 centimetres thick.
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of vegetable oil (around 1-2 teaspoons).
  • Fry the patties in batches (don't overcrowd your skillet!) for about 5 minutes per side or until golden brown and completely cooked through.
  • Enjoy warm with a dollop of sour cream, some more sliced green onions, and some extra cheese, if desired.

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