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In a medium bowl, combine potato, egg, flour, salt and walnuts.  Coat a 10-inch non-stick pan with cooking spray.

Over medium low heat, add heaping tablespoonfuls of the batter, flattening them into 1 1/2” cakes. Do not crowd the pan; make the pancakes in several small batches. Cook 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown.

To serve, place 1/2 teaspoon sour cream on each pancake and top with a walnut half. Add your choice of desired toppings and herb sprig. Serve warm.

Makes 16 pancakes Serves 8:
1 serving = 2 cakes (with 1/4 cup mini cherry tomatoes) Nutrition information per serving: 113 calories, 3g protein, 10g carbohydrates, 1g dietary fiber, 9g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 28mg cholesterol, 95mg sodium.