Armchair traveler

Golden brown and crisped to perfection, these yummy kartoffelpuffer pancakes will send your taste buds straight to Alsace!

❑ Canola oil ❑ 1 1/2 lbs. russet potatoes, peeled, chopped 1/2 onion, chopped 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 egg ❑ 1/2 tsp. salt ❑ 1/4 tsp. lemon juice ❑ Pinch of baking

powder ❑ Pinch of ground

nutmeg ❑ Applesauce

or sour cream Pour enough oil into skillet to cover bottom by 1/8" depth; heat over medium-high heat. In food processor, combine next 8 ingredients; blend until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of batter into oil; fry until edges are golden brown. Flip pancakes; fry until cooked through, about 1 minute. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream. Makes 4- 6 servings.

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