Potato Pancakes

Leftovers are a thing in my house with my little family of three. Especially when it comes to mashed potatoes since I overestimate the quantity pretty much always.

Mashed potatoes are a cinch to transform into super yummy Potato Pancakes. These are great for a light lunch with a salad or just a little snack. Serve with a little sour cream on the side.

My son and husband both love them. And, so do I, natch. They would be so amaze with salmon caviar.

Potato Pancakes
Makes about 12

2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 egg lightly beaten
3 scallions, minced
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tsp. vegetable oil per batch

In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, flour, egg, scallions, cheese, salt and pepper. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon. Set aside in fridge until ready to cook.

Form potato mixture into small patties, about 2-3 Tbsp. each. In a pan over medium high heat, add oil. Once hot, add patties about 4-6 at a time. Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side. They are ready to flip when they do not stick to the pan.

Serve with sour cream.