Mexican Potato Corn Cakes Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 to 3/4 inches thick (about 1 lb.)
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk, separated
1 (11 oz) can corn (mexican mix with peppers , if desired)
1 (4 oz) can green chilies, diced
3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded (or low-fat mexican cheddar and monterey jack blend)
2 tbsp flour
2 tbsp cornmeal
1 1/2 tsp seasoning salt
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp pepper
1 egg
2 tbsp butter, separated
2 tsp butter, separated

Directions:

Boil 2 quarts water and add sliced potatoes. Boil 15 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon and put potatoes through ricer. Add 1/4 cup milk to potatoes and mix well. Should make about 2 cups mashed potatoes.
In large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, corn, chiles, cheese, flour, corn meal, seasoned salt, oregano, garlic powder and pepper. Mix well. Beat egg with 1/4 cup milk, add and mix well.
Heat non-stick skillet over medium low heat. Drop in 2 teaspoons butter. In batches, drop potato mixture onto skillet, 1/4 cup at a time, four times per batch. Carefully form into 3-inch rounds. Cook about 7-8 minutes, until golden brown, turning once.
Repeat 3 times. Place finished cakes onto cookie sheet and keep warm in 225 degree Fahrenheit oven. Serve with hot sauce on the side, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	308.03 Kcal (1290 kJ)
Calories from fat	113.81 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.65g	19%
Cholesterol	72.39mg	24%
Sodium	1278.8mg	53%
Potassium	524.98mg	11%
Total Carbs	37.06g	12%
Sugars	6.72g	27%
Dietary Fiber	4.65g	19%
Protein	12.29g	25%
Vitamin C	19.5mg	32%
Vitamin A	1.2mg	41%
Iron	2.1mg	12%
Calcium	209.4mg	21%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	141.61 Kcal (593 kJ)
Calories from fat	52.32 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.81g	19%
Cholesterol	33.28mg	24%
Sodium	587.92mg	53%
Potassium	241.36mg	11%
Total Carbs	17.04g	12%
Sugars	3.09g	27%
Dietary Fiber	2.14g	19%
Protein	5.65g	25%
Vitamin C	9mg	32%
Vitamin A	0.6mg	41%
Iron	1mg	12%
Calcium	96.3mg	21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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savory
bitter
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