Potato Patties
Leftovers? No problem!
Ingredients
Instructions
STEP 1:
Start by making some mashed potatoes ( left over potatoes of any kind will do )
STEP 2:
STEP 3:
-Chop the potatoes into 3rds, then 3rds again
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STEP 5:
-Put into a pan of boiling water until slightly soft, check this by stabbing one lightly with a knife
STEP 6:
STEP 7:
-Drain out the potatoes and put them into a pot. Add a small amount of milk, butter and season to taste
STEP 8:
STEP 9:
-Mash them to preferred consistency ( Lumpy or smooth)
STEP 10:
STEP 11:
While the potatoes are boiling, take your preferred meat and dice it into small pieces ( make sure the meat is already cooked ) I found thick smoked bacon worked really well for this dish
STEP 12:
STEP 13:
-Mix the diced meat and add it to the mash
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STEP 15:
-Add cheddar to taste ( try to use grated cheddar if possible)
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STEP 17:
-Add in a VERY small amount of flour/cornflour. Just enough to thicken it a bit
STEP 18:
STEP 19:
-Make the mash and meat into small thin patties
STEP 20:
STEP 21:
-Put a small amount of oil into the pan, just enough to cover it in a thin film
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STEP 23:
-Fry the patties for 2-3 minutes or until they have browned, flipping occasionally. ( More time might be needed depending on the thickness of the patties )
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STEP 25:
Serve with tomato sauce/relish
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STEP 27:
Total cooking time: 25-30 minutes
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STEP 29:
Enjoy!