Ingredients
2 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 large egg, lightly beaten1 tablespoon minced chives1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/3 cup cream cheese, softenedOil for deep-fat frying
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne.
Shape 2 teaspoons cream cheese into a ball. Wrap 1/4 cup potato mixture around cream cheese to cover completely. Drop into crumb mixture. Gently coat and shape into a 1/2-in.-thick patty. Repeat with remaining cream cheese and potato mixture.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry stuffed pancakes, a few at a time, until golden brown, 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
