Step 1

Mash potatoes with a potato ricer and combine with onion, egg, cheese, flour in a large bowl

Step 2

Scoop up 1/3 cup of the mixture, shape into balls and roll each into flour and flattened into patties

Step 3

Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat

Step 4

Fry each patty in the skillet about 5 minutes each side until golden brown, salt, and pepper to taste

Step 5

Snip fresh chives with herb scissors and garnish prior to serving