Step 1

Saute onion and garlic in 1 teaspoon olive oil over medium heat until tender. Remove from heat.

Step 2

Combine onion mixture, potatoes, flour, eggs, cheddar, parsley, salt and pepper until mixed.

Step 3

Heat one teaspoon olive oil in a non stick skillet over medium high heat until hot. Drop potato mixture by rounded tablespoons into the skillet, flatten slightly and cook three minutes on each side until golden. Drain on paper towel to cool.

Step 4

Repeat with remaining potato mixture adding oil to skillet as needed. Serve immediately garnished with more chopped parsley, sour cream, cheddar or sliced green onions.