MANISCHEWITZ Potato Pancake Mix, 6 OZ

I have been making these for Hanukkah parties for over 30 years. Manischewitz latkes are the best (!) and practically fool-proof. My main tips are to 1) Let the batter firm up for at least 15 minutes before frying. Longer is okay. 2) Fry them in safflower oil because safflower oil has a clean, neutral flavor and a high smoke point. (Under no circumstances should potato pancakes be fried in olive oil because olive oil has a low smoke point and the distinctive olive oil smell will vaporize and stink up your house when used for frying. Also, that heavy distinctive olive oil flavor would make your latkes taste icky.) 3) Use plenty of oil in the pan like at least a quarter of an inch; now is not the time to think healthy thoughts and skimp on the oil; you're making a delicious fried food treat, so make them properly. 4) Don't make them too big. If you have a stainless so-called casserole spoon, that is perfect. 5) Make your latkes fresh, on the spot, not ahead of time, and serve promptly. (If you're having a big party, consider hiring or assigning someone to stand at the stove and make them continuously AND consider having two big pans going at the same time.) People will stand around in your kitchen and gobble them up like vultures. 6) Give the cook a nice apron to wear. 7) Drain your potato pancakes on trays with several layers of paper towels for at least a minute. 8) Offer bowls of regular sweetened apple sauce and sour cream as condiments. Another bowl of apple sauce with sweetened defrosted frozen strawberries stirred in is an especially fabulous and pretty pink condiment to offer, too. (Psst. There are many, many snobby folks who think that latkes are always going to be better made from scratch. They will boast that they always use their grandmother's famous recipe, yada yada. I cannot tell you how many times guests have fallen all over themselves exclaiming that these are the best latkes they've ever had in their life! They say, "You have to send me this recipe!" Then, their mouths fall open in surprise when I freely share that it's the just the basic, traditional Manischewitz recipe and that it's just perfectly seasoned and hands-down better than anyone's grandmother's recipe. I have included a photo of my favorite casserole spoon that makes just the right size latkes. I like to fry in my 14-inch nonstick pan. Don't forget applesauce and sour cream as toppers!

Very good taste, easy to prepare. Makes meals taste like home.

This potato pancake mix is a convenient shortcut when there’s no time to grate potatoes from scratch. The texture crisps up nicely in the pan and the flavor tastes like the classic boxed latkes many people grew up with. It is not gourmet, but it is reliable, easy to prepare, and great to have on hand for quick dinners or holidays.

I think when you are in a time crunch, or want a simple bite and are craving potato pancakes. These are an excellent on demand option to get the taste you’re craving. However, for the price of four dollars; I do not think a 6 oz batter is sufficient. I do not think I got to make more than two batches out of a box. The taste and texture is consistent, but at times resembles more of a corn bread with a potato flavoring, than an actual potato pancake. Again, for the simplicity you can’t complain. I say they’re worth a try, and I’ll likely be purchasing more of these again. But be aware that this isn’t going to be the most gourmet experience. The box actually recommends to use egg in your mixture, you can make these potato pancakes with just the water mixture. I personally wouldn’t waste an egg on these.

Still just as good, but a little too salty.

I finally found the brand my Mom used to make. These are more Bavarian style and don't have shredded potato. I like both kinds of latkes but I prefer this kind. DO use the eggs and make sure you wait a while for them to really thicken up. I like to refrigerate them for a while then use them. Also I use just a tad less water for a much thicker and satisfying pancake. Overall I'm pleased to find a multi pack at this price and I will be buying them regularly.

Works well and tastes very good. We will order again

Too watery. Use less then recommended. Try to let sit & pour off excess fluid