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Cheesy Potato Pancakes Recipe

Cheesy Potato Pancakes Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cheesy Potato Pancakes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with delicious flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, these pancakes are easy to make and incredibly satisfying.


Ingredients

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Russet Potatoes:

  • 4 russet potatoes, peeled and grated

Egg Mixture:

  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon onion salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Cheese and Flavorings:

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup real bacon bits (Optional)

For Cooking:

  • 1/4 cup corn oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare Potato Mixture: In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, eggs, and milk.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in flour, Parmesan cheese, Cheddar cheese, bacon bits, onion salt, baking powder, salt, and black pepper using a fork.
  3. Cook Pancakes: Heat corn oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 2 tablespoonfuls of potato mixture onto the skillet. Cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
  4. Drain and Serve: Place cooked pancakes on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pancake
  • Calories: 235
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg