1 lg. potato, peeled and shredded
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
Vegetable oil

Combine first 4 ingredients, stirring well. Pour oil to a depth of 1/8 inch into a large heavy skillet. Drop potato mixture by 6 heaping tablespoons into hot oil press into 3 inch rounds with the back of the fork. Fry until golden brown, turning once. Drain well on paper towels. Yields 2 servings.