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Recipe by James John Deren

Potato and Kale Cakes

Potato cakes remind me of having ‘breakfast for dinner as a kid’ and this grown-up version adds more nutrition and savory flavors. Goes especially great with tzatziki.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Servings 6 - 8 servings
Category Dessert

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Russett Potatoes
  • 1 T Butter
  • ½ C Yellow Onion (about 1 small)
  • 1 t Minced Garlic
  • ½ lb Kale
  • 3 t Rubbed Sage
  • 2 t Thyme
  • Paprika
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • Kosher Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1 Scrub And Dice The Potatoes Into: Scrub and dice the potatoes into 1” cubes. Add to boiling salted water and cook until tender; drain and set aside.
  2. 2 Wash The Kale, Remove The Rib: Wash the kale, remove the rib, and chop.
  3. 3 Dice The Onion: Dice the onion.
  4. 4 Heat The Butter In A Pan: Heat the butter in a pan and saute the onion until soft but not translucent, about 3 minutes.
  5. 5 Add The Kale And Garlic, And: Add the kale and garlic, and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. 6 Smash About ½ Of The Potatoes: Smash about ½ of the potatoes and add the onion, kale, and spices. Season to taste.
  7. 7 Form Into Cakes, About 1” Thick: Form into cakes, about 1” thick. If they are not staying together, smash more of the potato.
  8. 8 Place The Cakes On An Oiled: Place the cakes on an oiled baking sheet and dust them with the paprika. Cook the cakes at 400 degrees until starting to brown, about 20 minutes.

Pro Tips & Delicious Variations

  • This makes an elegant side dish when served on a bed of Pureed Turnips.
  • Use ½ potato and ½ turnips.
  • Serve with a dollop of tzatziki for a deeper, richer flavor.
  • Use whatever paprika you prefer, from sweet to smoked to hot.
  • These can also be pan fried.
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