
A historical bread from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). If agreeable, flavor with a little fine chopped onion. Serve with stewed or preserved fruit, especially with huckleberries.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
The potatoes are peeled, washed and grated into a little cold water (which keeps them white)
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Strain off water and pour on boiling milk
Stir in eggs, salt and flour, mixed with the baking powder
Bake like any other pan-cakes, allowing a little more lard or butter
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Grating potatoes releases starch granules that, when combined with hot milk, undergo gelatinization—the starch absorbs liquid and swells, creating a cohesive batter that binds without excessive gluten development. The baking powder provides chemical leavening for light texture, while the initial cold water soak prevents enzymatic browning by limiting oxygen exposure to the cut surfaces. The high starch content creates crispy edges when the cakes hit the hot griddle, as surface moisture evaporates and the starches caramelize.
These cakes are best made fresh, as grated potatoes oxidize quickly and the batter loses its light texture when stored. However, you can peel the potatoes up to 2 hours ahead and hold them whole in cold water in the refrigerator. Grate and cook just before serving.
Store cooked griddle-cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a wire rack set over a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness, or reheat in a skillet with a small amount of butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
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These cakes are best made fresh, as grated potatoes oxidize quickly and the batter loses its light texture when stored. However, you can peel the potatoes up to 2 hours ahead and hold them whole in cold water in the refrigerator. Grate and cook just before serving.
Store cooked griddle-cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven on a wire rack set over a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness, or reheat in a skillet with a small amount of butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side.