If you’re craving a delightful dish that combines comfort and flavor, look no further than these homemade potato pancakes. Packed with bacon, cheese, and seasoned to perfection, they’re a guaranteed hit for any meal.
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:
- Begin by cooking the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it’s crispy and evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon slices, crumble them, and set them aside while keeping the bacon drippings in the skillet.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes with the beaten eggs, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese until well mixed.
- Form the potato mixture into 8 evenly-sized patties.
- Heat the bacon drippings in the skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry the potato patties in the drippings until they are golden brown and crisp on each side, approximately 4 minutes per side.
- Once cooked to perfection, serve the potato pancakes hot and enjoy the crispy, savory goodness!
These potato pancakes are not just a meal, but a culinary experience that will leave your taste buds satisfied and your guests impressed. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a hearty dinner, they’re a keeper in any recipe collection.
