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Bacon -- I like to cook mine in the microwave.
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Just use a paper plate or microwave plate lined with a paper towel, then add the bacon slices, then another paper towel.
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Cook 3-4 minutes until crisp, no mess and easy clean up, Remove and let cool.
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Then fine chop.
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Potatoes -- Now I use leftovers, but use your favorite recipe, even store bought, it doesn't matter.
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You just need 4 cups pre-made and preferably slightly chilled.
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Definitely not warm.
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Mix -- To a medium size bowl (which the potatoes may already be in) add the cheese, bacon, chives, parsley, onion, salt and pepper, 1/4 cup bread crumbs and mix well.
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Eggs -- Whisk the eggs to soft peaks.
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I just whisk by hand, it only takes a few minutes.
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Add the eggs to the potato mixture and fold lightly.
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Puffs -- I like to use a ice cream scoop, but a good heaping teaspoon will work just fine.
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Roll in your hand to a small ball and then slightly flatten, not too flat.
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Then lightly dredge in the bread crumbs on each side to give a light coating and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and cover.
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Important Step -- Let them rest and put in the freezer for about 15 minutes to firm up.
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This helps with the cooking process.
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Cooking -- I use cast iron for this, but a non stick pan will work just fine.
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Add the oil and heat to medium high.
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Then add the chilled cakes and saute 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Set to the side on a paper towel to get rid of any additional grease.
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Serve -- 1-2 patties per person with a dollop of sour cream on each and a few chives if you want.
