Swedish Potato Pancakes

Swedish Potato Pancakes

4 medium baking potatoes
3 Tbs (45 ml) chopped chives
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 Tbs (30 ml) butter
2 Tbs (30 ml) vegetable oil

Method:
1. Grate the potatoes coarsely and mix them with the chives, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat the butter and oil in a large heavy skillet over high heat - it should be very hot but not smoking.

3. Use about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of the potato mixture to make each pancake, and fry them 3 or 4 at a time, pressing them flat as they cook, until they are crisp and golden on both sides. Serves 4 to 6.