Homemade Hash Brown Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, waxy or starchy

• 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion

• Kosher salt, to taste

• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

 

Description

Place the potatoes in a strainer and rinse with abundant cold water to release some starch. Shake to remove excess water and transfer the potatoes to a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze well, many times, to remove excess moisture.