Potato Cheese Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 2 large potatoes, peeled and grated
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
• Sour cream and additional green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, flour, green onions, beaten eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Spoon the potato mixture onto the hot skillet, forming pancakes. Flatten with a spatula and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Place cooked pancakes on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
6. Serve hot, optionally garnished with sour cream and additional green onions.