Smashed Potato Pancakes

Smashed Potato Pancakes
Makes 10-12 3"pancakes. Prep Time: 2 Minutes Cook Time: 8-10 Minutes

Ingredients
2c cold Mashed Potatoes
1 Egg
1 Tbs Bread Crumbs
Pinch of Garlic (Opt'l)
Pinch of Salt(Opt'l)
Pinch of Pepper (opt'l)
2-3 Tbs of Oil (depends on how many potato pancakes you make)

Equipment Needed
Frying Pan
Medium Mixing Bowl
Fork
Spatula

1. Combine all ingredients, except OIL, in a mixing bowl.
2. Heat 1 Tbs of oil over medium heat.
3. Drop forkful of potato mix onto heated pan, flatten (about 1/2"-1" thick).
4. Cook on each side for approximately 5 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serve warm with Apple-Pear Sauce, shredded cheese, sourcream or plain yogurt.