Boxty

Directions

1. 1
   Finely shred the potatoes into a bowl of cold water; set aside.
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl, stir together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
3. 3
   Drain the potatoes well; pat dry with a paper towel.
4. 4
   Add potatoes and buttermilk to the flour mixture; mix well.
5. 5
   In a 12 inch skillet, heat 2 tbsp butter until water sprinkled on the skillet sizzles.
6. 6
   Spread about 3 tbsp of the batter into a small pancake in the skillet, making several at a time.
7. 7
   Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
8. 8
   Remove pancakes from the skillet; cover and keep warm.
9. 9
   Repeat with remaining batter, adding more butter to the skillet if necessary.
10. 10
    To serve, pour melted butter over the pancakes; sprinkle with brown sugar.