Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes 5fix
Turn your leftovers into a culinary masterpiece with these Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes, a quick and easy recipe requiring just five main ingredients. Packed with creamy mashed potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh scallions, these savory cakes are pan-fried to golden perfection for an irresistibly crispy exterior and a fluffy, flavorful interior. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re the ultimate comfort food that doubles as an impressive appetizer or side dish. Perfect for satisfying cravings or repurposing holiday leftovers, these potato cakes shine when served warm with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce. With simple prep and bold flavors, this recipe is a must-try for every home cook.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons scallions, sliced
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, sliced scallions, and 1/4 cup of flour. Mix until well blended.
Add the egg, salt, and black pepper to the mixture and stir until evenly combined.
Shape the potato mixture into small patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. You should get about 8 cakes.
Place the remaining 1/4 cup of flour in a shallow dish. Lightly coat each potato cake with flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the potato cakes in batches, making sure not to crowd the pan.
Cook the cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to flip them gently.
Transfer the cooked cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain off excess oil.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or sour cream for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1513 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.9 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.5 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 3608 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 929 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1296 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
