2 lb Potatoes *
1    Medium onion *
2    Eggs
3 tb Flour
1 1/2 ts Salt
1/2 ts Baking powder
1/2 ts Pepper
Vegetable oil for frying

Soak potatoes in the water for 10 minutes; drain and squeeae dry in a
kitchen towel. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the oil; mix
thoroughly. Pour oil into a large skillet to a depth of 1/8 inch;Place ofer
medium heat. For each pancake, pour 1/2 cup potato mixture into the pan;
flatten slightly. Cook about 6 minutes until crispy and brown, turning
once. Repeat with more oil and remaining potato mixture. Serve with sour
cream and applesauce, if desired. Makes 12 servings. * 2 pounds potatoes,
grated into a bowl of cold water. * 1 medium onion, very finely chopped.