RICHMOND, Va. – Fan favorite Big Herm Baskerville served up his cheesy Mozzarella Potato Pancakes in the Virginia This Morning kitchen. The easy to assemble treat can be enjoyed plain, or with a tasty cocktail or sriracha dipping sauce. Big Herm’s Kitchen is located at 315 N 2nd St in Richmond. For more information you can visit http://www.bighermskitchen.com
BIG HERM’S CHEESY POTATO PANCAKES
INGREDIENTS:
• 4 cups mashed potatoes cold
• 2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup flour (or up to ½ cup flour for creamier potatoes)
• 3 Tbsp green onions, chopped
• ½ cup plain bread crumbs
• 1 cup Olive oil
DIRECTIONS:
• In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups mashed potatoes, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 large egg, ¼ cup flour and 2 Tbsp green onions.
• Mash the mixture together until well mixed
(If too loose to hold a patty shape, add flour a Tablespoon at a time)
• Scoop tablespoonful of mixture between your hands and form into a round patty
• Roll both sides of the patty in bread crumbs and aside. Continue until all are made.
• Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat with enough oil to lightly cover the bottom of the pan. Add patties and sauté 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown.
