Latkes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. Russet potatoes, peeled
1 medium onion
1/2 c. chopped green onion
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
oil (for deep fat frying)
applesauce

Preparation

Coarsely grate potatoes and onion; drain any liquid. Place in a bowl; add green onions, egg, salt and pepper. In an electric skillet, heat 1/8-inch of oil to 375\u00b0. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into hot oil. Flatten to form patties. Fry until golden brown; turn and cook the other side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with applesauce. Yield: 2 dozen.