SPINACH POTATO PANCAKES/COLCANNON CAKES

Spinach Potato Pancakes/Colcannon Cakes image

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 lb mashed potatoes (i used left over butter milk mashed)
1 can(s) spinach (14 oz) drained
1 large onion chopped fine or grated (microwave for 3 minutes)
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 c panko bread crumbs (or more if needed)
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp coarse black pepper
1 c all purpose flour
2 Tbsp olive or canola oil
2 Tbsp butter

Steps:

1. In a large bowl add the left over mashed potatoes, (or use freshly mashed)The amound added is an estimate guess.
2. Add Chopped onions (Precook in microwave 3 minutes)
3. Add 2 large eggs
4. Combine flour, garlic powder & pepper then add to potatoes.
5. Add Panko Bread Crumbs.
6. Drain Canned Spinach and add to potato mixture.
7. Mix to combine and shape into desired size patties.
8. Heat oil and butter in a large 16 inch skillet till oil is hot.
9. Add patties and cook till browned on first side, then flip and brown on other side.
10. Serve while HOT WITH A PAT OF BUTTER or Applesauce.