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Old-Fashioned Potato Cakes

These potato cakes are super easy to make for a tasty side to any meal. If you've got leftover mashed potatoes—they're ready in just 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Irish, Kosher
Calories: 325
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil for frying

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and preheat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, egg, flour, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Use your hands or a spoon to shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
  4. Add butter or oil to the skillet. Once hot, place patties in a single layer.
  5. Cook each side for 4–5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Transfer cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 633mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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