Potato Latkes

Directions

1. 1
   Let shredded potatoes drain for 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Combine eggs, flour, matza/corn meal, salt, and pepper.
3. 3
   Rinse shredded potatoes, drain well, and blot dry with paper towels.
4. 4
   Stir potatoes and onions into the egg mixture.
5. 5
   Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
6. 6
   Drop 6 to 8 large spoonfuls of mixture into hot oil. Using back of spoon, pat down each latke to flatten it.
7. 7
   Fry approximate 3-4 minutes each side, until golden and crisp.
8. 8
   Drain latkes by placing on paper towels. Repeat procedure until finished with all the batter.
9. 9
   Blot excess oil with paper towels.
10. 10
    Serve warm with applesauce, cranberry sauce, and or sour cream.