Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 450g potatoes (peeled, grated)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 100g cooked ham (cooked)
- appropriate amount of salt
- appropriate amount of ground black pepper
- 75g butter
- 55g fresh white breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
- 30g cheddar cheese
Directions
1. Combine grated potatoes & onion. Place in a large sieve & squeeze out all excess liquid, place into mixing bowl.
2. Mix half the chopped ham & season well with salt & pepper. Divide into 4 portions& shape each portion into a 10-cm round.
3. Heat 45g butter, place ham & potato patties into pan & cook over medium heat for 8 to 10mins on each side, or until golden & cooked through.
4. Heat remaining butter, stir-fry breadcrumbs for about 10mins over low heat until crisp & golden.
5. Add remaining chopped ham, parsley & grated cheese to fried breadcrumbs. Spoon mixture equally over the top of each potato cake. Serve immediately.
*Tips: This dish can be served with scrambled eggs & toast for a hearty breakfast or brunch.
