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tater cakes

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Debbie Jobe
Amarillo, TX

My Grandma and Mom fixed these when I was growing up, and we loved them. I make them for my kids and grand-kids. No matter how many I make, there are never left overs. Hope you enjoy.

(1 rating)
yield 10 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For tater cakes

  • 2 c
    mashed potatoes, leftover are great
  • 1 dash
    salt, pepper and garlic (to taste)
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1 c
    flour, or more as needed
  • cooking oil

How To Make tater cakes

  • 1
    Season the potatoes with the salt, pepper,and garlic and mix well.
  • 2
    Beat the eggs and add to the potatoes. Be sure to mix very well.
  • 3
    Begin adding the flour, mixing well. Add enough flour to make the batter very stiff.
  • 4
    Heat enough oil in a skillet to cover the bottom. Spoon the potatoes into the oil, carefully spreading them into cakes. Fry until golden brown.
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