Classic Potato Pancakes

Ingredients:

2 lbs (about 4 medium) russet potatoes, peeled

1 small onion

2 large eggs

1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or matzo meal)

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp baking powder (optional, for fluffier pancakes)

Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)

Instructions:

Prep Potatoes and Onion: