Potato Pancakes

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2

In large skillet, melt the butter, then add the onion and cook over moderate heat for 3 minutes, stirring.

Step 3

Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk three of the eggs till well blended, then add the cooked onions, potatoes, flour, salt, pepper, Tabasco and stir until mixture is firm.

Step 5

Form the mixture into 16 round pancakes and place on a large greased baking sheet.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk the remaining egg with the water, brush the top of each pancake with the egg wash, and bake the pancakes till golden brown, 20-25 minutes.