Crisp Mashed Potato Cakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 cups mashed potatoes, chilled
2 tablespoons shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)

Preparation

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add green onions to pan and cook 2 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Place mashed potatoes in a medium bowl. Stir in onions, cheese, salt, pepper, and bacon. Divide potato mixture into 6 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.
Place panko in a shallow dish. Dredge patties in panko.
Place patties on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake for 12 minutes. Carefully turn patties over and bake for an additional 12 minutes or until golden.