Potato pancakes, a staple in many European cuisines, are so simple yet so comforting.

Some synonyms and variants: Latkes (Jewish), Boxties (Irish), Raggmunka (Swedish), Bramborak (Czech).

• 1 large potato, grated
• 1 egg
• 1 garlic clove, mashed
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 T flour
• 2 t oil

Combine all ingredients. Fry the potato pancakes in oil till golden. Serve with sour cream.