💥 Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Cakes 😌🏡

✨ Introduction

Golden, crispy potato cakes stuffed with savory beef and melty cheddar—perfect for cozy comfort food cravings!

🧂 Ingredients

• 2 large potatoes, peeled and grated
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 egg, beaten
• Oil for frying
• Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with onion and garlic until browned. Season with salt and pepper. Drain and let cool.
2. Prep potatoes: Squeeze excess moisture from grated potatoes using a clean towel.
3. Make potato mix: In a bowl, combine grated potatoes, flour, and beaten egg. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Form cakes: Take a handful of potato mixture and flatten in your palm. Add a spoonful of beef and a sprinkle of cheese. Cover with more potato mixture and seal edges.
5. Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry cakes 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
6. Drain & serve: Place on paper towels to drain. Garnish with extra cheese and chopped chives. Serve hot.

💡 Tips

• Extra crispy: Chill the formed cakes for 15 minutes before frying.
• Cheese swap: Try mozzarella or gouda for a melty twist.
• Serving idea: Pair with sour cream or spicy mayo dip.