These Bacon Cheddar Mashed Potato Patties are a delicious way to use up leftover mashed potatoes, combining crispy bacon and melty cheddar cheese for a savory treat. Perfect as a side dish or a snack!
Ingredients:
- 4 cups cold mashed potatoes
- 5 slices bacon
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, well beaten
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon slices and crumble them. Set aside. Leave the bacon drippings in the skillet.
In a large bowl, mix together the cold mashed potatoes, beaten eggs, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
Form the potato mixture into 8 patties.
Heat the bacon drippings over medium heat. Pan-fry the patties in the bacon drippings until they are crisp on each side, about 4 minutes per side.
Serve the bacon cheddar mashed potato patties warm and enjoy!
Enjoy your crispy and flavorful Bacon Cheddar Mashed Potato Patties!