Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 ¾ cup leftover mashed potatoes (cold)
  • 1 large egg
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour + 3 Tablespoons for coating
  • 1 Tablespoon dry Ranch seasoning mix
  • ⅔ cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instruction

  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together mashed potatoes, egg, Ranch seasoning mix, salt and pepper.
  • Add flour and cheddar and stir until all flour is incorporated.
  • Using a regular size ice cream scoop, form 8 balls of dough. Roll each one in additional flour, gently flattening into about ¾" thick patties.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat.
  • Fry each cake on one side for about 3 minutes, until golden brown. Flip and fry the other side.
  • Remove onto a cooling rack or paper towel lined plate.
  • Cool slightly and serve.