Cheddar Salmon Patties

Cheddar Salmon Patties (makes 6 patties)

6 oz. can skinless/boneless pink salmon, drained

1/2 stalk celery, diced

2 T. diced sweet onion

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1/4 tsp. ole bay seasoning

good pinch of black pepper

1/3 C. shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese

2 heaping T. all purpose flour

1/4 C. (about 6 crackers), crushed ritz crackers

vegetable oil for frying

In a bowl, combine the salmon, celery and onion. Stir in the egg and the seasonings. Stir in the flour and the cheese. Place the crushed crackers on a plate. Heat about 1/4" oil in the bottom of a 10" skillet over med. high heat. Take a spoonful of the salmon mixture (I just use a soup spoon) and drop it in to the crackers, carefully roll around in the crackers and then place in the heated oil and flatten out just a tad. Repeat with remaining mixture. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and drain on a paper towel lined plate.

Recipe from janet page