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Wash potatoes under cold running water then place in a large saucepan.
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Cover with salted water, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until soft, uncovered, about 15 minutes.
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Drain and set aside and allow to cool slightly.
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Peel potatoes and mash.
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Add butter and cream and mix well.
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Meanwhile fry bacon until crisp.
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Drain on paper towel and set aside. In the same skillet add onion to bacon drippings and saute until soft, about 3 - 5 minutes.
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Stir in celery, sage and pepper and saute 2 minutes longer.
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Add lemon juice. Combine vegetables with mashed potatoes, stir well to combine and refrigerate for 2 hours.
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Shape potato mixture into 10 patties.
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Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet and saute patties until brown and crispy, about 5 minutes per side. Crumble bacon over top and serve. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -