Golden Potato Cakes

• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and washed
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 2/3 cup fresh breadcrumbs or 2/3 cup dried breadcrumbs, finely ground
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped fine
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped fine
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 -2 egg, beaten

1. Shred peeled potatoes with grater.
2. Put shredded potatoes in colander, then rinse and squeeze potatoes under running cold water in sink for a minute or two.
3. Squeeze out excess water until potatoes are fairly dry, then dump them into a large mixing bowl.
4. Add remaining ingredients and mix with hands until incorporated.
5. Pat into patties the size of your hand.
6. Fry with a few tablespoons butter in a non-stick frying pan until golden, turning once.
7. Serve as-is or with ketchup or a dollop of sour cream.

potatoes, cheddar cheese, fresh breadcrumbs, green bell pepper, onion, sage, oregano, salt, pepper, egg

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/golden-potato-cakes-13295 (may not work)