How to Make Potato Pancakes

Potato pancakes are a great way to use left over potatoes, be they mashed potatoes, fried potatoes, hash browns or even cooked frozen tater tots! Don't throw out those left over potatoes, save some money and make an entirely new and different dish with those left over potatoes, one that your family is sure to love! Potato pancakes.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 cup of left over potatoes
• 1/8 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup shredded cheese(any variety)
• 1 egg
• 3 to 4 tbs. self rising
• flour
• cooking oil
• salt

1. The measurements depend on the amount of potatoes that you have. Usually one egg will do the trick but if you have more than 2 cups of potatoes left over, then you will need to double the recipe. More potato pancakes to enjoy!

2. Combine the first five ingredients.

3. Put enough cooking oil into the bottom of a non-stick skillet to have about a 1/4 inch of oil in the bottom of the pan. Heat the oil on medium heat, just until hot.

4. Dip out the potato pancake mixture by the heaping tablespoon full and place into your hand to flatten into a pancake shaped patty. (Be sure to wash your hands first and also in between making the potato pancake patties.) Place the potato pancake patties into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on each side. About two minutes per side. Place the potato pancakes on paper towels to absorb the excess cooking oil. Salt the potato pancakes lightly.

5. Serve these potato pancakes while still warm. Potato pancakes are a great side dish for any meal!