Farmer Boy Recipe - Hanukkah Latkes

According to the story of tradition, (told to Jewish children) it was after the Second Temple was desecrated by the Syrian Greeks, the Judah Maccabee went to rekindle the menorah, they only found enough oil for one day of burning.  But tradition says that the oil burned for eight days!  Symbolizing a great triumph against great odds - was born the "Festival of Lights" - Hanuakkah! (Which means: "Dedication")

This festival lasts for eight days and many traditions are followed.  Traditions during this celebration include the eating of Potato Pancakes, called Latkes, (or in Hebrew: Levivot).  The pancakes are fried in olive oil, after the oil that lit the menorah.

I worship the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.  I am a believer in Yeshua, the messiah, who came first for His chosen people, the Jews.  Since my faith has its roots in Judaism, together we are mishpokah, (family).

Farmer Boy Latkes

Ingredients:

• 2 Cups of shredded baking potatoes
• 2 eggs (separated)
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• Olive Oil, for frying

Directions: After shredding the potatoes, wrap them in a clean linen towel to drain out the liquid.  After a while, squeeze the towel to get out the excess.  In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder and beaten egg yolks.  Whip the egg whites to a soft peak.  Combine the potatoes with the egg, flour mixture.  Fold in the egg whites. 

Happy Hanukkah!

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