Potato Pancakes Loaded with Bacon, Cheddar & Sour Cream

Here’s a delicious recipe for potato pancakes loaded with bacon, cheddar, and sour cream. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or a savory snack!

Ingredients:

• Potato Pancakes:
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying
• Toppings:
  • 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potato Pancakes:

1. Grate Potatoes and Onion:
   • Place the grated potatoes and onion in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
2. Mix Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes and onion with the eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. Heat Oil:
   • Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
4. Form Pancakes:
   • Spoon about 1/4 cup of the potato mixture into the hot oil and flatten it into a pancake shape with a spatula.
5. Fry Pancakes:
   • Fry the pancakes until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

2. Assemble and Serve:

1. Layer with Toppings:
   • Place the potato pancakes on a serving platter. Sprinkle each pancake with a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese while they are still hot.
2. Add Bacon and Sour Cream:
   • Top each pancake with crumbled bacon and a dollop of sour cream.
3. Garnish:
   • Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley, if desired.

3. Serve:

• Serve the loaded potato pancakes immediately while they are hot and the cheese is melty.

Enjoy your delicious and savory potato pancakes loaded with bacon, cheddar, and sour cream!