Tomato Cakes

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   Variation: you may add a teaspoon or more of salsa to spice these up, just don't add so much that they get goopy!

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   Empty tomatoes into medium-to-large bowl.

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   Add chopped onion, salt and pepper, and crushed saltines.

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   Mix well.

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   Let set in refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.

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   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.

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   Serve as main dish for a light meal or a side dish--great with macaroni and cheese!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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