Potato Pampushki

1. 1

   Coarsely grate the raw potatoes and squeeze out as much water as possible. Put them in a bowl with the mashed potatoes, salt and pepper. Mix together.

2. 2

   In another bowl, mix the cottage cheese and chives together.

3. 3

   Using a spoon and your fingers scoop up a portion of the potato mixture, slightly smaller then an egg and flatten into a circle.

4. 4

   Put 1 teaspoon of the cheese filling in the middle; fold over the edges and pinch to seal.

5. 5

   Repeat with remaining potato and cheese mixtures; makes about 12 dumplings.

6. 6

   Heat the oil to 340 degrees Fahrenheit in a deep fat fryer.

7. 7

   Fry for 10 minutes or until deep brown and crisp.

8. 8

   Drain and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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