Easy Potato Pancakes

     I wasn't really sure what  to put in the potatoes, but I thought of the things I like to eat with them and came up with garlic, onions, and cheese.  I had a bit of trouble flipping the pancakes because mashed potatoes are much softer then the shredded potatoes, but I eventually got the hang of it.  The best thing to do was to cook the potatoes for 7-9 minutes on each side or until they were a deep golden brown and sticking together.

Easy Potato Pancakes
1 package Simply Potatoes mashed potatoes
½ large onion, shredded
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 egg, lightly beaten
⅓ c. cheddar cheese, shredded
4 T. olive oil

1.  Heat the mashed potatoes in the microwave according to the package directions.  Stir well and place in a large mixing bowl.

2.  Mix in the onion, garlic, egg, and cheese.  Stir until well combined.

3.  In a large skillet heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.

4.  With your hands form the potatoes into a ball shape and then flatten into a pancake.  Place each pancake in the skillet, leaving enough space in between them to flip them.

5.  Cook on each side from 7-9 minutes or until golden brown.  Remove from the skillet and drain on a paper towel.  Repeat with remaining potatoes.