Mom'S Potato Pancakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. shredded, peeled potatoes (about 4 large)
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. grated onion
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
cooking oil

Preparation

Rinse potatoes in cold water; drain well.
Place in a large bowl.
Add egg, flour, onion, salt and pepper; mix well.
In a skillet, heat 1/4 of oil over medium heat.
Drop batter by 1/3 cupfuls into hot oil.
Flatten to form a pancake.
Fry until golden brown, turn and brown the other side.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve immediately.
Makes 6 servings.