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Mashed Potato & Jalapeño Breakfast Cakes

Uses: instant mashed potato, jalapeno, margarine, yogurt cup
Yield: 1 Serving
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Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup prepared instant mashed potato
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced jalapeno, or less to taste
  • 1 teaspoon margarine or oil
  • 2 tablespoons yogurt on the side
  • Black pepper, garlic powder, or paprika, optional

Instructions:

  1. Prepare instant mashed potato according to package directions and let it cool until it can be shaped.
  2. Stir in a very small amount of minced jalapeno and seasonings.
  3. Form the potato into 2 small patties.
  4. Cook in a skillet with margarine or oil for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until lightly golden.
  5. Serve warm with a little yogurt on the side for dipping.

Good for: A fun savory breakfast that turns instant potatoes into little crispy cakes.

Optional: Add a small sprinkle of shredded cheese into the potato mixture if available.