1 (14 oz.) can salmon, bone and skin removed – may use crab meat for crab cakes

2 tablespoons red or green bell peppers, diced

2 tablespoons onions, diced

1/4 cup milk

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 cup soft bread crumbs

1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed

1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

2 eggs, beaten

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, (optional)

dash salt and pepper

Mix together all ingredients.  Fry in skillet in just enough oil to cover bottom until browned on both sides.  Can also be deep fried like hush puppies.  Yummy with cocktail sauce or lemon juice.

4  Servings