Easy Potato Pancakes

5 potatoes, peeled and shredded

2 eggs, beaten

1 onion, finely chopped

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

salt and pepper to taste

3 tablespoons vegetable oil

In a large bowl, stir together potatoes, eggs, onion, flour, salt and pepper.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Drop large spoonfuls of the potato batter into the skillet and flatten cakes slightly with a spatula. Cook for about 4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Serve immediately.