In the history of the United States, a carpetbagger was a Northerner who moved to the South after the American Civil War during the Reconstruction Era (1863â1877). Many white Southerners denounced them, fearing they would loot and plunder the defeated South and be politically allied with the Radical Republicans.
The absolute most perfect use of potatoes, better even than French fries, is to turn them into potato pancakes, which have crunchy mahogany edges, crispy golden midsections, and tender, rich, meaty interiors.
1 Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. 2  When oil is sizzling hot, place potatoes into the pan in a 1/2 inch thick layer. 3  Cover the whole bottom of the pan, or make separate piles like pancakes. 4  Cook until nicely browned on the bottom, then flip over and brown on the other side.