2 tbsp. chopped onions
1/4 c. butter
3 med. potatoes, cooked and mashed
1 slightly beaten egg
1/4 c. all-purpose flour

Brown onion in 1 tablespoon butter. Drain and combine with potatoes and egg. Shape into patties and dip in flour. Add remaining butter and shortening in skillet. Heat then add patties cooking until brown on both sides.