Potato Patties with Kale Pesto

The delicious potato patties are pillowy on the inside and a little crispy on the outside-perfect for serving for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are even better with an egg on top!

Potato Patties:
1 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, washed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 egg
1/3 c. grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 1/2 T. pesto, see recipe for kale pesto down below
1/4 t. salt
1 T. olive oil, divided, for pan frying

Kale Pesto:
4 oz. lacinato kale, ribs removed and discarded and leaves chopped (about 3 1/2 c. chopped)
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/3 c. walnuts
1/2 t. salt
1 lemon, for zesting and juicing
1/3 c. Pecorino Romano cheese or Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
1/3 c. extra virgin olive oil
black pepper, to taste

View the full recipe at Nourishing Matters →