Crispy Mashed Potato Pancake

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

3 servings

Updated: Oct. 16, 2022
From Scottsdale, Arizona, Mary Schuster shares her tasty secret for using up leftover mashed potatoes. With just a few basic ingredients, she can fry up this delightful dish for only 20¢ per serving.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cold mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

  1. Combine the first four ingredients; mix well. In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add potato mixture; press with a spatula to flatten evenly. Cover and cook for 8 minutes or until bottom is crispy. Invert onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 214 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.