Boxty

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 300F.

2. 2

   Cook cut potato in saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain.

4. 4

   Return to saucepan and mash.

5. 5

   Transfer 1 cup mashed potato to large bowl; reserve any remaining mashed potato for another use.

6. 6

   Mix grated potato, flour, baking soda, and salt into 1 cup mashed potatoes.

7. 7

   Gradually mix in enough buttermilk to form texture of firm mashed potatoes.

8. 8

   Heat heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

9. 9

   Brush with oil.

10. 10

    Drop 1 heaping tablespoonful potato mixture into skillet.

11. 11

    Using back of spoon, flatten mixture into 2-inch round.

12. 12

    Repeat, forming 4 more rounds.

13. 13

    Cook over medium-low heat until boxty is golden brown on bottom and slightly puffed, about 3 minutes.

14. 14

    Turn and cook until second side is brown, about 3 minutes.

15. 15

    Transfer to baking sheet; keep warm in oven.

16. 16

    Repeat with remaining potato mixture in batches, brushing skillet with more oil as necessary.

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