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Cheesy Potato Pancakes

- YIELDS
- 14
- COOK TIME
- 20 Min
Don't worry about taking out the grater for this one, 'cause our recipe for Cheesy Potato Pancakes uses a convenient shortcut that'll have you frying and munching on these homemade potato pancakes in no time! You might want to make a second batch of these cheesy and crispy potato pancakes, 'cause they're gonna "sell like hotcakes!"
What You'll Need
- 1 (20-ounce) package refrigerated shredded potatoes
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup vegetable oil
What to Do
- In a large bowl, combine potatoes, onion, and egg; mix well. Add flour, salt, pepper, and cheese; mix until well combined.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Measure about 1/2 cup potato mixture and form into pancake shape. Place pancakes in hot oil and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden on both sides. Drain on a paper towel-lined platter. Repeat with remaining pancakes. Serve warm.
Notes
Sour cream and applesauce are delicious toppings for potato pancakes! In fact, we think you'll just love our easy and delicious recipe for Chunky Applesauce, and your gang will too!
bojigal1 6991153
Apr 29, 2020
My recipe is similar, with added spices to your liking. I have even added tuna and dill for tuna cakes. Whenever and whatever you use for the cakes make and shape patties to desired size. Place on cookie sheet to chill for 20-30 mins. before placing in hot oil. Cakes will hold their shape much better wuthout falling apart.
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jwells3564 2630154
Apr 26, 2020
Why are we adding 2 different onions?
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Test Kitchen Team
Apr 28, 2020
We removed the scallions from the recipe to make this less confusing. But originally they were probably added for color and texture. Hope this helps!
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LLliberty101
Feb 17, 2015
These were easy peasy!! I added some garlic powder to kick it up a little and served them with sour cream..Delicious!!
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ajnadeau 1640027
Dec 13, 2014
I will try this soon!...It sounds delicious
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