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Ingredients
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2 mediumrusset potatoes (1-lb.), peeled, divided
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2/3 call purpose flour
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1 tspbaking powder
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1/2 tspsalt
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2/3 cbuttermilk (low-fat)
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3 Tbspbutter
How to Make Irish Boxty
- Cut 1 potato into 1" chunks; place in a small saucepan and add cold water to cover by 2". Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook 14 to 18 minutes or until tender. Drain potato; return to saucepan and mash. Transfer to medium bowl.
- Shred remaining potato on large holes of box-type grater; add to bowl with mashed, cooked potato. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt until blended. Stir in buttermilk.
- Melt 1 Tablespoon butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Drop 4 slightly heaping tablespoonfuls of potato batter into skillet; flatten into 2-1/2" circles. Cook about 4 minutes per side or until golden and puffed. Remove to plate; cover and keep warm. Repeat with remaining butter and batter. Serve immediately.