Cheesy Potato Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/3 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 c. chopped onion
2/3 c. instant mashed potatoes (dry)
2 to 4 Tbsp. margarine or butter

Preparation

Prepare potatoes as directed on package for 4 servings, except decrease water to 1 cup.
Stir in cheese and onion.
Refrigerate until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes.
Divide into 6 equal parts; shape each into patty.
Coat patties with dry potatoes.
Heat margarine in 10-inch skillet until melted.
Cook patties over medium heat until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
Makes 6 patties.