Potato Pancakes

Learn what to do with leftover mashed potatoes with this simple 5-ingredient pancake recipe that's wonderful served for breakfast with fried eggs.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 254 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 0.25 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix together potatoes, cheese, beaten egg, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined.

Step 2

Melt butter on a large griddle over medium heat. Drop potato mixture onto the hot griddle, 1/4 cup at a time. Flatten each pancake with the back of a spatula to 1/2-inch thickness. Fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Serve hot.