- 2 cups mashed potatoes (cold, from leftovers or freshly made)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite)
- 1 egg (for binding)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or breadcrumbs for extra crispiness)
- 2 tbsp green onions or chives (finely chopped, optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter or oil (for frying)