Description

These yummy patties make great appetizers or a side dish. Serve with your choice of favorite dipping sauces.

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized potatoes, boiled, peeled and quartered
• ¼ c. milk
• 1 T. butter
• 1 T. olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 8 - 10 oz. baby spinach
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• salt, to taste
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 c. shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 T. lemon juice
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 c. panko crumbs
• ¼ c. olive oil, for frying plus more as needed
• Optional: yogurt, sour cream, soy sauce, green onions

Steps

1. Combine prepared potatoes and milk in a large mixing bowl; mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions; cook for 2 - 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent. Add spinach and garlic to skillet; season with salt and pepper; continue to cook 2 more minutes, or until spinach is wilted. Remove from heat; add spinach mixture to the potatoes. Stir in cheese and lemon juice. Add egg and panko/bread crumbs; stir until thoroughly combined and smooth.
3. Shape the mixture into patties.