Cheddar Rice Latkes

Makes 15 to 18 latkes (4 servings).

Ingredients

 * 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
 * 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar Cheese
 * 1/2 cup finely chopped Onion
 * 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 3 eggs, separated
 * 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
 * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * sour cream (optional)
 * applesauce (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Combine rice, Cheese, Onion, flour, salt, pepper and egg yolks in medium bowl.
 * 2) Beat egg whites with cream of tartar in small bowl until stiff but not dry. #Fold beaten egg whites into rice mixture.
 * 3) Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
 * 4) Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons batter into skillet for each latke; push batter into diamond shape using spatula.
 * 5) Cook latkes, turning once, until golden brown on both sides.
 * 6) Serve warm with sour cream and applesauce, if desired.