Easy Leftover Potato Pancakes
Description
Wondering what to do with leftover mashed potatoes? Make these easy, cheesy potato pancakes; serve with fried eggs for a delicious breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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2 cups mashed potatoes
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1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon butter
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
2
Mix potatoes, cheese, beaten egg, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined. If the mixture is very wet, mix in flour as needed to bind mixture together.
3
Melt butter on a large griddle over medium heat.
4
Drop potato mixture onto the hot griddle, 1/4 cup at a time.
5
Flatten each pancake with the back of a spatula to 1/2-inch thickness.
6
Fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Serve hot.