Spinach and Potato Patties

Spinach & Potato Patties

Ingredients

• 1 pound potatoes (about 4 medium-sized potatoes), boiled, peeled and quartered

• 1/4 cup milk

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 yellow onion , diced

• 1 bag 8 to 10 ounces baby spinach

• 3 garlic cloves , minced

• salt and fresh ground pepper , to taste

• 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 egg , lightly beaten

• 2 cups panko crumbs

• 1/4 cup olive oil , for frying (add more as needed)

Instructions

1. Combine prepared potatoes and milk in a large mixing bowl; using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

2. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. Add chopped onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.

4. Add spinach and garlic to skillet; season with salt and pepper and continue to cook for 2 more minutes, or until spinach is wilted.

5. Remove from heat and add spinach mixture to the potatoes.

6. Stir in cheese and lemon juice.

7. Add egg and panko/bread crumbs; stir until thoroughly combined and smooth.

8. Shape the mixture into patties.

9. Heat olive oil in a large skillet.

10. Working in batches, fry each patty on both sides until golden brown; about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

11. Transfer potato patties to a paper towel–lined plate.