Jesse's Favorite Crispy-Baked Potato Pancakes

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   FIRST Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.

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   Brush two baking sheets liberally with the olive oil, reserving a tablespoon.

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   Using a hand grater, or the shredding disk of a food processor, grate the potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

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   Add the minced scallions, flour, salt, and pepper.

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   Mix and add the egg and egg white, and the reserved tablespoon of oil, and stir to mix.

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   SECOND Drop the batter by tablespoons onto the oiled cookie sheets.

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   Press lightly to flatten and form circular pancakes, about 3 inches in diameter.

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   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden brown on the bottom.

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   Using a spatula or tongs, flip the pancakes over and flatten them.

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    Bake another 5 to 6 minutes, or until golden brown.

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    Let the pancakes cool slightly on a cooling rack, arrange on a serving platter, and serve with sour cream and/or applesauce on the side.

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    To reheat, bake for 10 minutes in a preheated 350-degree oven.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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