Fastnacht Potato Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil the pared potatoes in enough water to cover them.

2. 2

   Drain off the potato water and save.

3. 3

   Mash the potatoes and beat lightly.

4. 4

   Measure the potato water and add more water, if necessary, to make 1 1/2 pints.

5. 5

   Combine with the rest of the ingredients, using enough flour to make a rather stiff batter.

6. 6

   Cover and let rise in a warm place until morning.

7. 7

   Knead in the morning, adding as much flour as is necessary.

8. 8

   Let rise again.

9. 9

   Spread on well-greased tins

10. 10

    When light (about 1-1/4 hours) brush melted butter over top.

11. 11

    Strew with 'rivels' made by combining 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup flour, and 2 Tbsp butter.