Ricotta Latkes

Directions

1. 1
   Place cheese, eggs, flour, melted butter, sugar and vanilla in the container of a food processor, and process until smooth.
2. 2
   The batter can also be mixed in a blender, but it may have to be done in two batches.
3. 3
   Heat a heavy skillet or griddle over medium-low heat, and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
4. 4
   Spoon batter by rounded tablespoons into the skillet or onto the griddle.
5. 5
   Leave room for pancakes to spread.
6. 6
   Allow them to cook slowly, about 6 minutes, until underside is golden and bubbles have appeared on the surface.
7. 7
   Carefully turn them to brown the other side.
8. 8
   Serve with preserves or sour cream.