Cheesy Potato Pancakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 4 cups mashed potatoes that are at room temp
02 - 8 ounces (2 cups) of shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1 egg, large
04 - 1/4 cup flour (add more only if needed)
05 - 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
06 - A half-cup of plain bread crumbs
07 - 2 tablespoons of any mild oil (like olive or canola) for frying

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08 - Sour cream on the side

→ Optional - Make Mashed Potatoes At Home

09 - 2 pounds of russet potatoes (around 7 medium ones), peeled and cut into quarters
10 - 1 tablespoon salt for the boiling water
11 - 4 tablespoons butter

# Instructions:

01 - Put peeled and quartered potatoes into a 5-quart pot of salted water. Bring the water to a boil and let the potatoes cook until fork-tender. Empty the water completely, then mash them with 4 tablespoons of butter. Let the mashed potatoes cool down to room temp before using. You can store these for 1-3 days before starting.
02 - Add mashed potatoes, mozzarella, an egg, flour, and chives to a big bowl. Mash everything together until smooth. If it feels too soft to shape into patties, sprinkle in extra flour a little at a time.
03 - Scoop a generous tablespoon of the mixture and press it into a thin disc, about a third of an inch thick. Coat both sides of the patty in breadcrumbs, making sure it's evenly covered. Place each patty on a flat surface like a cutting board and repeat for the rest.
04 - Warm a skillet on medium heat and pour in just enough oil to coat the bottom. Toss in a batch of patties, but don’t crowd them! Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until they’re golden and crispy. For quicker cooking, try using two pans at the same time!
05 - Move the finished pancakes onto a plate lined with paper towels to get rid of extra oil. Serve hot, adding a spoonful of sour cream on top or alongside.

# Notes:

01 - These turn out best if your mashed potatoes are firm, not overly creamy. If they’re too wet, just stir in more flour.
02 - Skip the instant potato mixes—they won’t work well here.
03 - You’ll get about 22 of these, making them a great side dish or starter.

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