Squash and Zucchini Cakes (Paula Deen Recipe)

I got this recipe from Paula Deen's magazine. I just picked some zucchini and yellow squash from the garden and plan to make this tonight. Looks good.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3  medium zucchini
• 3  medium  yellow squash
• 1  cup  breadcrumbs, toasted
• 1  cup parmesan cheese, shredded
• 1⁄3 cup  vidalia onion, minced
• 1  large egg, beaten
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  dried Italian seasoning
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄2 cup butter

Directions

1. Grate zucchini and squash with a fine grater.
2. Press between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
3. In a medium bowl, combine grated zucchini and squash and the next 7 ingredients.
4. Shape mixture into 2 inch patties, pressing together firmly.
5. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
6. Cook squash and zucchini cakes 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until lightly browned.