Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Prepare the mashed potatoes according to package directions substituting water for milk (or boil and mash 1/2 pound fresh potatoes). Add the margarine, flour, eggs, seasonings and onion flakes. Mix well after each addition.

Fill a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2 inch round tip with the potato mixture.

Press out latkes on a lightly greased cookie sheet to resemble a ladyfinger 3 inches long.

Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees F and bake the latkes for about 15 minutes. The should puff a little and have a golden color. Serve immediately.

Note: You may prepare the potato mixture several hours before serving time, then shape and bake them at the last moment.

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