4 Servings
2 1/2 c potatoes,(2 large) *
3 c ,water
1 t lemon juice
1 potato, boiled, mashed
1 egg, large, beaten
2 T milk
1/2 t salt
1 vegetable oil, as needed
* Potatoes are grated on medium grater. 2 1/2 Cups Approx.
Grate raw potatoes into water to which lemon juice has been
added. Place potatoes in a strainer or cheese cloth and drain off
liquid. Drain well. Beat raw and cooked potatoes with egg, milk, and
salt to form a batter. Using 3 T oil for each batch, drop batter for
3 or 4 pancakes at a time in hot oil in a large frypan. When firm on
the bottom side, loosen edges and turn. Brown on other side. Remove, drain on paper towel, and keep warm. Continue until all batter is used. Serve immediately. NOTE: If potato cakes are served with meat, sprinkle with salt. Sprinkle with sugar if served with applesauce.
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