Potato Pancakes with Chive Yogurt Cheese |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Give these as a Hanukkah present-potato pancakes that reheat easily in the oven. Attach heating instructions, and give the frozen pancakes with a package of smoked salmon for a terrific brunch option. Ingredients:
2 cups plain low-fat yogurt |
1/3 cup chopped fresh chives |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
6 cups shredded baking potato (about 2 pounds) |
1 cup grated fresh onion |
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
2 large eggs |
2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided |
Directions:
1. To prepare yogurt cheese, place a colander or sieve in a 2-quart glass measure or medium bowl. Line colander with 4 layers of cheesecloth, allowing cheesecloth to extend over the outside edge. Spoon yogurt into the colander. Cover loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 12 hours. Spoon yogurt cheese into a bowl, and discard liquid. Stir in chives, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cover and refrigerate.
2. To prepare potato pancakes, spread the potato and onion between several layers of paper towels; let stand 15 minutes or until barely moist, pressing occasionally. Combine flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and eggs in a large bowl. Stir in potato and onion.
3. Heat about 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Spoon 2 tablespoons potato mixture for each of 6 pancakes onto pan. Cook 2 minutes on each side or until golden. Repeat procedure with the remaining oil and potato mixture. Serve the pancakes with yogurt cheese.
4. Note: To freeze, let cooked pancakes cool completely. Stack in an airtight container between layers of wax paper, and freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.
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