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Tomato Cakes
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 50 Minutes
Servings: 8
A dish from the Depression that appeals to weight-watchers and vegetarians and vegans. Makes a great light meal or a different side dish.
Ingredients:
1 can chopped tomatoes or 2 -3 chopped fresh tomatoes, do not drain
2 packages saltine crackers
1/2 medium onion, chopped
salt and pepper
Directions:
1. Variation: you may add a teaspoon or more of salsa to spice these up, just don't add so much that they get goopy!
2. Empty tomatoes into medium-to-large bowl.
3. Add chopped onion, salt and pepper, and crushed saltines.
4. Mix well.
5. Let set in refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
6. Mix again and form mixture into cakes, then fry on both sides (preferably in lard or solid vegetable shortening) until golden brown on each side.
7. Serve as main dish for a light meal or a side dish-great with macaroni and cheese!
By RecipeOfHealth.com