Ever wanted to know what to do with those leftover mashed potatoes? Why not create a brand new side dish from it!? Try this delicious recipe, originally found here, as a great lunch on its own or as a side for a protein of your choice. Its soft yet crispy texture is sure to please!
Potato Cakes
Serves 8
Ingredients
2 cups cold mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar
½ cup flour
6 strips bacon
¼ cup green onion
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
2 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
2 eggs
4 tablespoon butter
Directions
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Fry the bacon until crispy and drain on a paper towel until cool. Crumble into small bits. Place the bacon bits into a large bowl.
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Chop green onions and then add to the bacon bits along with remaining ingredients (except butter/margarine) and blend well with a spoon.
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In a frying pan, melt 1 tbsp of butter over medium heat.
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Scoop up about ¼ of a cup of the potato mixture and form it into a ball. Place it in the hot pan, flattening it out until it’s about ½ – ¾″ thick.
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Fry for about 3 minutes on each side, until they are lightly golden brown.
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For best results, serve immediately, while hot and crispy.
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Top with your favourites, such as sour cream, green onion, or even ketchup!
