MASHED POTATO AND KALE CAKES

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This recipe is based on traditional bubble and squeak, a British dish which is traditionally made by pan-frying leftover mashed potatoes and cooked cabbage. Try our version with eggs at breakfast or roast chicken at dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds russet potatoes (about 6), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 leek (white and light-green parts only), halved lengthwise, rinsed well, and thinly sliced
1 bunch kale (3/4 pound), tough stems and ribs removed, leaves coarsely chopped
1/2 pound bacon, diced medium
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring potatoes to a boil in salted water over high, then reduce to a rapid simmer. Add leek and kale and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 10 minutes. Drain; transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium-high until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer to bowl with vegetables. Season with salt and pepper. With a fork, mash potato mixture until a few lumps remain. With your hands, form into 12 patties.
  • Pour off fat from skillet and wipe clean; add butter and melt over medium. In batches, cook cakes until golden on both sides, about 6 minutes, flipping once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 8 g

McKenna Wickline
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I had some trouble getting the cakes to hold together. I think I might have added too much milk to the mashed potatoes.


Mobile Puge
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These cakes were a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


phoenix_hydra
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I made these cakes for a brunch party and they were a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Tihan Majumdar
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I'm always looking for new and creative ways to cook kale. These cakes are a great option and they're really easy to make.


Ali Hade
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These cakes are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved them and they didn't even realize they were eating kale.


Mumi Rahman
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I was looking for a new way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and these cakes fit the bill perfectly. They were simple to make and very tasty.


Siyam 2007
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I've made these cakes several times now and they're always a hit. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Esther Francois
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These cakes were delicious! I made them for my family and they all loved them. Even my picky kids ate them without complaint.


Naveen Adulla
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I'm not a big fan of kale, but I loved these cakes! The kale was cooked perfectly and it didn't overpower the other flavors.


Sunita Rana
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These cakes were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly! I love the combination of mashed potatoes and kale. They're a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.


FF Lover
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I made these cakes for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone raved about how tasty they were. I will definitely be making them again.


Tumuhimbise Julius
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These mashed potato and kale cakes were a hit at our dinner party! They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with a delicious cheesy kale filling. Everyone loved them!