Potato Pancakes

Directions

1. 1
   Peel potatoes and onion; grate both into mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Add slightly beaten eggs, flour and salt; mix well.
3. 3
   Heat oil in heavy skillet.
4. 4
   Drop potato mixture into hot oil by 1/3 cupfuls, forming ragged cakes.
5. 5
   Cook over medium heat until crisp and brown (resist the urge to turn pancakes too quickly).
6. 6
   Serve with hot maple syrup and butter or applesauce.
7. 7
   Terrific for breakfast/brunch or as a side dish at dinner.