First, "12-15 servings" mean "12-15 small pancakes", and the bacon in the recipe is for an accompaniment. Mixture is very sloppy, like pancakes batter, not like potato cakes. However, they tasted good and the recipe is simple so will do this again next time we need a lunch made from leftover mash. I used self-raising flour, and also mixed in some leftover peas, added a good handful of grated cheddar, and the result was great,