Easy Cheddar Potato Cakes (Made With Instant Potatoes) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups instant potato flakes
1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup cornmeal cornmeal
1 -2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste)
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
2 cups milk
1 large egg
1/4 cup melted butter
vegetable oil (for frying)

Preparation

In a bowl combine the first 9 ingredients.
In another bowl mix the milk with egg and melted butter whisk until well combined; add to the dry mixture; mix well.
Let mixture stand for about 10-12 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Using slightly wet hands tightly shape into small balls (about 2 tablespoons) place into hot oil then press down lightly with back of a spoon).
Cook about 3 minutes on each side or until browned adding in more oil as needed.
Remove to paper towels.