Description
These Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes are a crispy and savory way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. Packed with cheddar cheese, green onions, and bacon, they make a delicious appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, flour, egg, and bacon. Mix until well combined.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Form the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the patties in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer cooked cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or sour cream.
Notes
- These cakes are perfect for using leftover mashed potatoes.
- You can substitute bacon with turkey bacon or omit it for a vegetarian option.
- Try adding herbs like parsley or chives for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
