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Golden brown Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Pancakes with rich beef filling and cheese.

Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Pancakes

These Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Pancakes are a cozy, filling dish with a crispy exterior and a soft, cheesy beef center, perfect for a comforting dinner using everyday ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold, peeled or unpeeled
  • 1 pound Ground beef 80 to 90 percent lean
  • 1 cup Cheese Shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped, or onion powder if needed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced or garlic powder
  • 1 large Egg Helps bind the potato mixture
  • 1 cup Flour All-purpose flour, plus a little extra for shaping
  • to taste Salt Don’t be shy; potatoes need seasoning
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Paprika For extra flavor
  • optional Chopped parsley For color and flavor
  • optional dash Hot sauce For a kick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the potatoes until tender and then drain well. Let them cool slightly.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Optional: stir in a spoon of tomato paste for extra flavor.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the boiled potatoes and mix in the cooked beef, cheese, onion, garlic, egg, and flour until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Cooking
  1. Shape the potato mixture into patties, ensuring the filling is well-sealed inside.
  2. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the pancakes until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with sour cream, salad, or pickles as desired.

Notes

To store, let fully cool and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, place on a baking sheet until firm, then move to a freezer bag. They can be reheated in a skillet, air fryer, or oven for best results.