So, here's the thing: I love all things potato, but I cannot make potato pancakes from left over mashed. My mom and mother-in-law both use the same technique. They beat an egg into the leftover mashed, add enough milk or cream to make a batter the consistency of pancake batter (well a little thicker) then they pan fry these yummies until they form little bubbles on top, they flip them and brown the other side.
When I make them they fall apart. I have tried adding flour to the batter to give it more body, they hold together but taste like flour. I have tried making them thicker, then dusting the outside with flour. That method works but the texture is off. I have tried low heat, medium and high. I have tried cast iron, stainless, and non-stick pans. This drives me crazy! There is no other food that I can think of that has beat me, and yet, all it takes is the simple little russett, lol. HELP!!
