Carrot and Potato Latkes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 Teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 pound potatoes, peeled and coarsely grated
• 1/2 pound (about 3 medium) carrots, peeled and coarsely grated
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 6-9 tablespoons canola oil
• Plain yogurt, or applesauce (as a condiment)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and prepare a baking sheet. Peel potatoes and coarsely grate into a colander. Mix in lemon juice and drain for 5 minutes. In a medium bowl,stir together the carrots and egg. Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper.
• In a large (at least 10-inch) heavy nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat.Spoon 1/4 cup of the mixture loosely in the pan so it forms a pancake. Repeat to make 3 more pancakes. Press on each lightly with a flat spatula to make a cake about 1/2 inch wide.
• Cook until browned on one side, about 3 minutes. Turn the cakes over and brown the other side, about 3 minutes. Transfer to the baking sheet.Repeat with remaining pancake mixture, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan with each batch, depending on how much oil is remaining in the pan.
• Bake for 8 to 10 minutes to cook the pancakes through. Drain briefly on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Serve while hot, with plain yogurt and/or applesauce.