Potato Pancakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. potatoes, grated into a bowl of cold water
1 medium onion, very finely chopped
2 eggs
3 Tbsp. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
vegetable oil (for frying)

Preparation

Soak potatoes in water for 10 minutes; drain and squeeze dry in kitchen towel.
In large bowl, combine all ingredients, except the oil; mix thoroughly.
Pour oil in large skillet (1/8-inch deep).
Place over medium heat.
For each pancake, pour 1/2 cup potato mixture into the pan; flatten slightly.
Cook about 8 minutes, until crispy and brown, turning once.
Repeat with more oil and potato mixture.
Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.
Makes 12 servings.