Best 3 Fancy Pants Potato Cakes Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Fancy Pants Potato Cakes, where crispy exteriors meet fluffy, flavorful interiors. Discover a symphony of textures and tastes in these delectable cakes, elevated with the perfect balance of seasonings and herbs. Our collection of recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences, featuring both classic and innovative variations. From the traditional potato cakes brimming with cheesy goodness to the gluten-free and vegan renditions, there's a perfect recipe for every palate. Embark on this culinary adventure and elevate your taste buds with our Fancy Pants Potato Cakes extravaganza.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

OLD FASHIONED POTATO CAKES



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These potato cakes are great with any meal or as a snack. Simple and quick to make with only a few ingredients. Kids of ALL ages love 'em.

Provided by DaMonkey

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Potato Pancake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 onion, diced
1 egg
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix mashed potatoes, flour, onion, egg, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl until batter consistency.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 4-inch circles of batter into hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 48.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 627.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

FANCY PANTS POTATO CAKES



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I call these fancy pants because of the fancy ingredients. You can always substitute bacon for prosciutto and use any type of cheese you want. This is a great change of pace to a potato side dish.

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Potatoes

Time 2h25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb yukon gold potatoes peeled and cubed
salt to taste
1/4 c heavy cream
3/4 c grated fontina cheese
1/2 c prosciutto diced and cooked until crisp
2 large eggs
3 Tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. cook potatoes in boiling salted water. Drain and mash. Add salt to taste.
  • 2. combine potatoes with remaining ingredients except olive oil. Shape them into patties and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • 3. Pour olive oil over baking sheet and place the cakes onto the sheet.
  • 4. Place in preheated 400 degree oven. Bake about 15 minutes. Flipping cakes half way through.

FANCY POTATOES



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Whipped potatoes with cheeses! Delicious!

Provided by LnJJ

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Potato Casserole

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 large potatoes
1 cup sour cream
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 pinch garlic salt
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place potatoes in a large pot of salted boiling water, bring water back to a boil. Cook until potatoes are tender, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Drain well. Let cool.
  • When potatoes are cooled, cut them into small chunks. Using an electric blender, whip potatoes with sour cream, cream cheese and garlic salt. Place mixture in a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.8 g, Cholesterol 138.5 mg, Fat 46.8 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 29.4 g, Sodium 548.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes for the best texture and flavor.
  • Be sure to grate the potatoes finely so that they cook evenly.
  • Squeeze out as much excess moisture from the potatoes as possible before mixing them with the other ingredients.
  • Use your favorite herbs and spices to flavor the potato cakes.
  • Pan-fry the potato cakes over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  • Serve the potato cakes with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Fancy pants potato cakes are a delicious and elegant appetizer or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new way to enjoy potatoes, give these fancy pants potato cakes a try!

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