Sweet Potato Latkes

• Ingredients
• 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and coarsely grated
• 2 scallions, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil

1) Combine ingredients in a large bowl - it is important that there is enough egg & flour that the latkes will stay together but not too much that they overwhelm the natural flavors of the sweet potato

2) Cover bottom of frying pan with oil and heat.

3) Spoon out about two tablespoons and press together with hands, making a small pancake and drop into hot oil.

4) Press down on latke with slotted spatula and let cook 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip and do the same for the other side

5) Remove from pan and place on top of paper towels to drain off excess oil

Serve with sour cream and applesauce!