Make-Ahead Option: Latkes are best when eaten fresh, but these can be made in advance. Reheat them on a baking sheet in a 300ºF oven for about 15 minutes, or until they are hot and crisp.
Sweet Potato Latkes Option: Substitute sweet potatoes (about 5 pounds) for the regular potatoes. Optionally add brown sugar, cinnamon and ginger to taste.
Potato Kugel Option: Add ⅓ cup oil to the potato latke batter. Pour the batter into a greased loaf or square baking dish, and bake uncovered at 375ºF for 1 hour or until the top is golden brown.