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Potato Pancakes

Crispy, golden potato pancakes made from mashed potatoes, loaded with smoky bacon and melty cheddar cheese. A savory comfort dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a hearty side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pancakes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Comfort Food, Savory, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups mashed potatoes cold
  • 5 slices bacon
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 eggs well beaten
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Method
 

  1. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove, crumble, and reserve drippings in the skillet.
  2. In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, beaten eggs, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until combined.
  3. Stir in crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Form mixture into 8 evenly sized patties.
  5. Heat bacon drippings over medium heat and pan-fry patties until golden brown and crisp on both sides.

Notes

Serve with sour cream or applesauce for contrast. Add green onions or garlic for extra flavor variation.