Potato Pancakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Soak potatoes in water for 10 minutes. Drain and squeeze dry in kitchen towel.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except oil.
Mix thoroughly.
Pour oil in large skillet to depth of 1/8-inch. Place on medium heat.
For each pancake, pour 1/2 cup mixture into pan.
Flatten lightly. Cook 8 minutes until crispy and brown, turning once. Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.
Makes 12 servings.