Potato pancakes (neighborhood shopping)

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsPotatoes, grated into bowl
Of cold water
1mediumOnion, very finely chopped
2Eggs
3tablespoonsFlour
teaspoonSalt
teaspoonBaking powder
½teaspoonPepper
Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

Soak potatoes in the water 10 minutes; drain and squeeze dry in a kitchen towel. In large bowl combine all ingredients except oil; mix thoroughly. Pour oil into large skillet to a depth of ⅛ inch; place over medium heat. For each pancake, portion ½ cup Makes 4 to 6 servings (12 pancakes);

Recipe provided by The National Potato Promotion Board. Neighborhood Shopping 12/4/96 Typos by Bobbie Beers