Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes

Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes

Mashed potato cakes have been a staple in my southern family all throughout my childhood. I came up with this recipe when trying to put a new spin on an old favorite.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 3 slices bacon
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 ¼ cups mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded American cheese
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten
  • ¼ teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 dash hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream

Directions

Step 1
Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels, reserving bacon grease in skillet; crumble bacon.

Step 2
Melt butter in bacon grease over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Transfer vegetables and bacon to large bowl; stir in mashed potatoes, American cheese, flour, egg, mustard, black pepper, and hot sauce.

Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a clean skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of mashed potato mixture, flattening slightly, and fry patties until golden brown on both sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

203
Calories
12g
Fat
16g
Carbs
7g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 203
% Daily Value *
Total Fat12g 16%
Saturated Fat6g 31%
Cholesterol50mg 17%
Sodium428mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate16g 6%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein7g
Vitamin C3mg 15%
Calcium101mg 8%
Iron1mg 5%
Potassium195mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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