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 1/4 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 a kitchen towel.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the oil.
Mix thoroughly.
Pour a little oil into a large skillet.
Place over medium heat for each pancake.
Pour 1/2 cup potato mixture into the pan; flatten slightly.
Cook about 7 or 8 minutes, until crisp and brown.
Repeat with more oil and remaining potato mixture.
Serve with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.