How to make latkes for Hanukkah

Latkes, or potato pancakes, are a tasty part of the traditional Hanukkah meal.

You will need:

2 lb. Idaho russet potatoes, or one 30 ounce bag of frozen shredded potatoes
1 medium sized sweet onion, diced
3 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tbsp. unbleached, all purpose flour or matzo meal
salt and pepper to taste
vegetable oil for frying
paper towel covered baking sheet
sour cream
applesauce
cottage cheese
plain yogurt

Tip: If the mixture seems too wet to form into patties, gradually add more flour or matzo meal until you reach the desired consistency.

Did you know? The oil in which the latkes are fried is a tribute to the tiny amount of oil that miraculously kept a light burning for eight days in the temple of Jerusalem.

YUM! Enjoy your latkes this Hanukkah.