PAULA DEAN SQUASH & ZUCCHINI CAKES

PAULA DEAN SQUASH & ZUCCHINI CAKES        posted by Patrice Hansford

Ingredients

* 3 medium zucchini
* 3 medium yellow squash
* 1 cup toasted bread crumbs
* 1 cup shredded Parmesan
* 1/3 cup minced Vidalia onion
* 1 large egg, lightly beaten
* 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
* 1 jar store-bought marinara sauce

Directions

Grate zucchini and squash with a fine grater. Press between paper towels to remove excess moisture.

In a medium bowl, combine grated zucchini and squash and next 7 ingredients. Shape mixture into 2-inch patties, pressing together firmly.

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook squash and zucchini cakes 3 to 4 minutes per side or until lightly browned.

Place onto serving platter and serve with marinara sauce.