German Potato Pancakes

3 raw potatoes, grated
2 beaten eggs
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 - 1 c. grated onion (to taste)
2 tbsp. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt

Peel and grate potatoes, drain off excess liquid that collects. Mix flour, baking powder, salt and pepper. Add to potatoes along with eggs. If batter is too thin, add a little more flour. Drop by tablespoon or 2 into 1/4" deep hot fat in heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat until golden brown. Turn over and brown other side. Drain on paper towels.

Banana Pancakes

1 c. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. salt
1 egg
1 c. buttermilk
1 tbsp. butter, melted
1 very ripe banana, mashed

Sift flour and combine with next 4 ingredients. Combine egg, buttermilk and butter; add to dry mixture. Stir until smooth. Stir in banana. Use 1/4 cup batter for each pancake. Pour onto hot griddle coated with cooking spray. Turn only once when edges look done. Serve with maple syrup and strawberry preserves.