Potato patties

6 patties

2 cups seasoned mashed potatoes
1 egg or 2 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons fat or oil

Combine all ingredients except fat; mix well. Shape into six patties. Brown well in hot fat, about 4 minutes on each side.

Note: Leftover mashed potatoes or instant mashed potatoes, prepared according to package directions, may be used in this recipe.