For the Latkes:

• 4 large Yukon Gold or russet potatoes (peeled and grated)
• 1 small onion (grated)
• 1 egg
• 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• Applesauce and sour cream (for serving)

For the Chicken Soup:

• 1 (5 lb) whole chicken
• 3/4 c. long-grain brown rice (optional)
• 4 quarts cold water or chicken broth
• 4 tsp kosher salt
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 carrots (peeled and diced)
• 3 celery stalks (diced)
• 2 Tbsp parsley (finely chopped)