Learn how to make cheesy, crispy potato pancakes using leftover mashed potatoes. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!”
Ingredients:
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (leftovers work great!)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil (for frying)
- Optional: Sour cream, ketchup, or hot sauce for dipping
Instructions:
- Mix it up: In a big bowl, combine mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, egg, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until it’s smooth and sticky.
2.Shape the pancakes: Take a spoonful of the mixture and form it into small pancake shapes. You should get about 8-10 pancakes.
3.Heat the pan: Heat butter or oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
4.Cook them up: Fry the pancakes for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Serve and enjoy: Serve with sour cream, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce!