Goat Cheese Potato Patties

Super easy and full of flavour, these golden patties are easy enough for a weeknight meal but are elegant enough for company when served with a tender filet mignon or a perfectly roasted piece of chicken on top......num num.  The husband and I opted for the latter of the two.  I popped the perfectly cooked filet on top and drizzled over a red wine pan sauce.  You know that sound that Homer Simpson makes when he salivates?  Nuff said.
Now, I have used Goat Cheese in these but I would highly recommend trying an aged White Cheddar or a beautiful Stilton. 

 

 

 

 

Goat Cheese Potato Patties

 

Makes 4 Patties

 

2 large Yukon Gold Potatoes, peeled, cooked and mashed

2 1/2 oz Soft Goat Cheese (that's half a 140 gram package)

1/2 tsp fresh Thyme or 1/4 tsp dried

1 tbsp fresh Parsley, finely chopped

Salt and Pepper to taste

1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

 

In a bowl combine the mashed potato with the Goat Cheese (you should see small chunks of the cheese), Thyme and Parsley.  Check to see if they need salt and pepper. 

Heat a skillet over medium high heat.  Add the oil.  Gently place each patty in the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes.  Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.