Great substitute for hash browns for breakfast.  Works for dinner too.

Ingredients:

• 1 c. cold water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 egg, beaten
• 3/4 c instant mashed potatoes
• 1/4 c grated cheese
•  Freshly ground pepper (optional)
• 2 Tbs butter

Directions:

1. Mix cold water and egg with a whisk.
2. Add instant mashed potatoes and salt.
3. Mix in with the whisk.
4. Add cheese and pepper.
5. Melt butter in pan on medium heat.
6. Divide mixture into four parts.
7. Using wet hands, shape each part into a pancake shape.
8. Place in pan with butter.
9. Cook until EXTRA crispy (about 10 mins).
10. Turn over, flatten slightly.
11. Cook for an additional 6-8 mins.

Serves:    makes 4 pancakes

Source:  Allrecipes.com