Wisconsin Homemaker

Seasonal Home and Garden Tips and Ideas

  • Home
  • Housekeeping
  • Cooking
  • Garden
  • Travel
  • SHOP

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe

By Deborah L Melian

Share
Tweet
Pin4
4 Shares

This quick and easy recipe for Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe assembles in minutes and great for any meal of the day.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - 1 - Wisconsin Homemaker

One recipe that my family has enjoyed for years are these loaded leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes. My mom learned this recipe from my grandmother, so you could say it’s a family favorite recipe that’s tried and true.

This recipe is designed for avoiding waste. And, since I’m a firm believer of avoiding waste in my everyday life–especially when it comes to food, I tend to gravitate to this recipe more often than not.

That means, leftovers like mashed potatoes can have a second life by upcycling them into something delicious for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

But the benefits of this recipe don’t stop there. I like the idea too of adding more layers of flavor to my potato pancakes.

So, don’t be afraid to try different shredded cheese types, spice mixes (think Mexican, Italian or French), vegetables, or even mushrooms.

DID YOU KNOW?  Many nationalities share the same love for potatoes (mashed or not). Take the recipe for Irish Boxty (Irish Potato Cakes). It is made similarly to my loaded Mashed Potato Pancakes (recipe found below). What I find amazing is that whether you are Irish or Croatian eating economically nowadays is a must. Enjoy!

You’ll also find that “loaded” can mean just that–much like those delicious baked potatoes you know and love–by adding chopped bacon, shredded cheddar, green onions, topped with sour cream. The variations are endless!

How to Make Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe

Start with a couple of eggs, dried Italian breadcrumbs, shredded parmesan cheese, spice, and chopped green onions.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - ingredients

Then, in a large bowl, start adding the ingredients.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - add eggs

And, when you’ve done so, mix well with a spoon.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - add cheese

Then, heat some vegetable oil in a fry pan.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - heat oil

Add your potato pancakes and allow them to get to golden brown on the first side…

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - make patties

before flipping them to the other side.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - flip patties

Once cooked, blot briefly with paper toweling and then plate.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - plated potato pancakes

They’re perfect as is or when served alongside your favorite main dish.

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes - ready to be served

My favorite meal is dolled up scrambled eggs and potato pancakes. Breakfast doesn’t get any better than this. Enjoy!

Mashed Potato Pancakes - serve for breakfast

Need more great breakfast ideas? Try one of these other quick and easy recipes:

  • Easy Breakfast Sandwich
  • 10 Minute Eggs Benedict
  • Ham and Cheese Frittata
  • Bacon and Eggs Mini Muffin Frittatas
  • Cheese Ham Egg and Potato Breakfast Casserole
Easy Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes found on Wisconsin Homemaker
Easy Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes featured on Wisconsin Homemaker
Print Recipe
5 from 2 votes

Loaded Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes Recipe

This quick and easy recipe for loaded leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes assembles in minutes and great for any meal of the day.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 15-minutes-or-less, leftover recipe, pancakes, potatoes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 368kcal
Author: Deborah L Melian

Ingredients

  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup Italian flavored bread crumbs
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup green onions chopped finely
  • 1 tsp Italian spice mix
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add all of the ingredients, except vegetable oil. Mix well with a spoon.
  • Form the potato pancakes into palm-size servings. Place them on a plate.
  • Next, add the vegetable oil (add more if necessary to coat the bottom) to a fry pan and heat on medium high heat. Wait for the oil to form mini ripples.
  • Then, carefully lower each potato pancake into the fry pan to cook.
  • Allow the pancakes to cook for approximately 5 minutes on one side until they turn golden.
  • Flip and allow them to cook another 5 minutes or until gold brown on this side.
  • Remove from the pan and briefly blot with a paper towel.
  • Finally, plate the potato pancakes. Serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 792mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 34.5mg | Calcium: 264mg | Iron: 2.1mg

 WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you do try any of Wisconsin Homemaker’s recipes, ideas or products be sure to share your comments below and photos on Instagram or Pinterest with a tag @wisconsinhomemaker and hashtag #wisconsinhomemaker Thanks!


*This Post Contains Affiliate Links*
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. So, if you buy something or take action after clinking one of these links on this website, I will receive a small commission.
Thank you for your patronage.


DISCLAIMER: Deborah L Melian is a participant in the Amazon Service LLC Associate Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. She also is a participant in Google AdSense Affiliate program. 


Find what you’re looking for!

Search

Explore

About Deborah L Melian

I am a midwestern wife and mother who loves to share family friendly recipes, along with my two cent's worth on everything home and garden. I live in Wisconsin. You can follow me on FACEBOOK • TWITTER • PINTEREST • INSTAGRAM

« Guide to Best Apples for Cooking and Eating
Cuban Black Beans and Rice (Arroz Congris Cubano) »

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




  • About
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Terms of Use
  • Contact

FACEBOOK • TWITTER • PINTEREST • INSTAGRAM • YOUTUBE • SHOP

***Deborah L Melian is a participant in the Amazon Service LLC Associate Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate she earns from qualifying purchases. She also is a participant in Google AdSense Affiliate program.***

Copyright © 2016-2021 Deborah L Melian and Wisconsin Homemaker (WisconsinHomemaker.com). All Rights Reserved.