Instructions

  1. Peel potatoes & grate them coarsely, then immediately toss them with melted butter & season with salt & pepper.
  2. Heat oil in large frying pan, then add potato mixture.
  3. Press mixture down to form an even layer that covers the pan.
  4. Cook over moderate heat 7-10 minutes until base is well browned.
  5. Loosen potato cake by shaking pan or running a thin spatula under it.
  6. To turn it over, invert a large baking sheet over the frying pan &, holding it tightly against the pan, turn them both over together.
  7. Lift off frying pan & return it to the heat, adding a little more oil if it looks dry.
  8. Slide the upside down potato cake into the frying pan again & continue cooking until it is crisp & browned on the second side.
  9. Remove from frying pan & serve hot!