𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐒.𝐀.𝐘 𝐒𝟎𝐌𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐥𝐍𝐆 , 𝐥𝐓 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐏𝐒 𝐘𝟎𝐔 𝐂𝟎𝐍𝐓𝐥𝐍𝐔𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐄𝐥𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐘 𝐏𝟎𝐒𝐓𝐒! 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒 ❤😍Cheesy Beef Stuffed Potato Cakes

Instructions:

Prepare the mashed potatoes:

1. Boil the potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks. Boil them in salted water for about 10-12 minutes or until fork-tender.
2. Mash the potatoes: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk (or cream), salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
3. Add cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese while the potatoes are still warm. Let the mashed potatoes cool slightly.

Make the beef filling:

1. Cook the beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned and fully cooked (about 7-8 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
3. Season the beef: Add the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir well to combine. Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.
4. Add cheese: Stir in the shredded cheese until it melts and the filling becomes sticky. Set aside.

Assemble the potato cakes:

1. Form the potato cakes: Once the mashed potatoes have cooled slightly, take a portion (about 2-3 tablespoons) of mashed potatoes and flatten it in the palm of your hand to form a small disk.
2. Stuff the cakes: Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of the potato disk. Carefully fold the sides of the potato around the filling, sealing it inside. Gently flatten the stuffed cake into a patty shape.
3. Coat the cakes: Lightly dust the outside of the potato cakes with flour to help them crisp up while frying.

Fry the potato cakes:

1. Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat (about 1/4 inch deep).