Italian Potato Patties

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 c. leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 T. onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp. italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp. dried basil
• 12 pieces sliced pepperoni, diced up
• 1 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3 t. all purpose flour
• bacon grease

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients.
2. Heat enough bacon grease or oil, over med. high heat, to cover the bottom of a cast iron skillet.
3. Once heated, drop the potato mixture by spoonfuls into the pan and flatten out just a tad and reduce the heat to medium.
4. Working in batches, fry them for approx. 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
5. Remove to a paper sack or paper towel to drain and continue with remaining potatoes.