Hash Browns - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. potatoes (approximately 4 medium)
2 Tbsp. chopped onion
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil or bacon fat

Preparation

Boil potatoes until cooked.
Shred enough to measure 4 cups. Toss potatoes, onion, salt and pepper.
Heat butter and oil in 10-inch skillet.
Pack potato mixture firmly in skillet, leaving a 1/2-inch space around edge.
Cook over low heat until bottom crust is brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
Cut potato mixture into fourths; turn.
Add 1 tablespoon oil if necessary.
Cook until brown, 12 to 15 minutes longer.