Potato Pancakes: A Beloved Family Recipe
Growing up, potato pancakes were a Sunday staple in our Polish household – crispy, golden, and utterly comforting. This recipe, passed down through generations, is sure to become a family favorite in your home too!

A Little Family History
This recipe comes from my great-grandmother, who immigrated from Poland in the early 1900s. The smell of these pancakes frying always brings back childhood memories of her kitchen and her stories.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 small onion
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
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