Discover the best potato pancakes ever with this easy and delicious recipe! Crispy, cheesy, and loaded with bacon, these homemade mashed potato pancakes are a must-try. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
BEST POTATO PANCAKES EVER
Ingredients:
– 4 cups cold mashed potatoes
– 5 slices bacon
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 eggs, well beaten
– 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
1. Cook the bacon: Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes.
Remove the bacon slices, crumble, and set aside. Leave the bacon drippings in the skillet.
2. Prepare the mixture: In a bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, eggs, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
3. Form patties: Form the mixture into 8 patties.
4. Cook the pancakes: Heat the bacon drippings over medium heat. Pan-fry the patties in the drippings until crisp on each side, about 4 minutes per side.
Enjoy these best potato pancakes ever for a delicious and satisfying meal!
