Old Fashion Tater Cakes

2 cups of mashed boiled potatoes

1 cup all purpose flour

1 egg

1 diced onion

1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

1/2 teaspoon of salt

1/2 a cup of vegetable oil

Use a little milk if batter is too thick

Mix mashed taters, flour, egg, onion, black pepper and salt in a bowl until batter consistency.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 4-inch circles of batter into hot oil. Cook till golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to soak up oil. Repeat with remaining batter.