3 lg. potatoes (about 2 lbs.) peeled
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tbsp. grated onion (optional)
2 tbsp. all purpose flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
Vegetable oil

Finely grate potatoes, drain liquid. Add eggs, onion, flour, salt and baking powder. In a frying pan add oil to 1/8 inch; medium high 375 degrees. Drop batter by heaping tablespoons in hot oil flatten to form patties. Fry until golden brown turn and cook other side. Serve immediately. Yield about 24 pancakes.

Can be a side dish for any meal. Goes particularly well with pork also a main course for a light meal.