Papa Mike's FAMOUS Squash Patties

Growing up, I was always a very picky eater. Always plain, no veggies, nothing tuching, very BORING! It wasn't until I was pregnant with my twins that my taste buds started to change. I tried fried okra for the first time and I LOVED it. My dad (Papa Mike to the grandkids) called it Arkansas popcorn. Then, I went on to sweet potatoes, cucumbers, all kinds of beans, soy beans (edemame), and of course... squash.

My dad made these squash patties one night and they didn't even make it to the dinner plates. Everyone was walking by and grabbing one as he was cooking them. This recipe is very simple to make and the patties are good hot, cold, and even the next day.

Need:
2-3 med/large Squash
1 small onion
salt
2 tbsp sugar
1/4 cup flour
1 egg

Use a cheese grader with the largest holes. Cut the tip off of the squash and grade over a large bowl. Peel and grade the onion as well. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for about 10 minutes. Use a spatula or large spoon to press the squash in the bowl and pour the excess water out. Do this every few minutes until you have removed quite a bit of water. Some moisture left is ok.
Next, add the sugar, flour, and egg, and mix well.

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 Heat enough oil to cover the bottom of a skillet over medium to medium/high heat. Drop a spoonfull of the mixture in the hot oil and lightly press to form a patty. I don't like them too thin.

Cook until you see the sides start to brown, then flip. It takes about 2-3 minutes to brown on each side.

Let dry on paper towels and enjoy! They are so YUMMY! I sometimes make them to snack on around the house. The onions and the little bit of sugar really spruce up the flavor.