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The Chew's Leftover Mashed Potato Cakes

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Crispy mashed potato cakes with thyme
skill level
Easy
time
1-30min
servings
10
cost
$
Contributed by : The Chew
Reshape your mashed potatoes into crispy cakes to make your leftovers last
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ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 6 cups leftover Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 Eggs (beaten)
  • 5 Sprigs of Thyme (leaves removed)
  • 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • Flour (for dredging)
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  • step 1
    ingredients 4 tablespoons butter
    instructions In a medium-sized, non-stick pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • step 2
    ingredients 6 cups leftover Mashed Potatoes
    2 Eggs (beaten)
    5 Sprigs of Thyme (leaves removed)
    1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
    instructions Mix the leftover mashed potatoes with the beaten eggs, thyme, and flour. Gently fold together.
  • step 3
    ingredients Flour (for dredging)
    instructions Form the potatoes into small cakes, about 2 inches in diameter, and dip in the flour. Shake off the excess. Place the potato cakes in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Serve warm