POTATO AND BACON CAKES

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Tasty little potato, bacon and vegetable balls that are crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy inside. Make a great nibble or side dish.

Provided by dale7793

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 30 balls

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large potatoes
2 chicken stock cubes
2 teaspoons butter
3 slices bacon, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup grated cheese
1 carrot, grated
1 zucchini, grated
3 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups dry breadcrumbs
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Peel, chop and cook potatoes (boil, steam or microwave) until tender.
  • Mash the potatoes until smooth.
  • Crumble the chicken stock cubes into 1/4 cup boiling water and stir until dissolved.
  • Melt butter in a pan and add the bacon and onion and cook until the onion is soft.
  • Combine all remaining ingredients except for eggs and breadcrumbs and oil.
  • Mix well.
  • Roll tablespoons of mixture into balls.
  • Dip in egg and roll in breadcrumbs to coat.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan and shallow fry balls until browned all over and crisp.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.6, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 24.6, Sodium 180.5, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.2, Protein 3.4

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