My Crab Cakes

1 pound crabmeat, picked free of shells
2 slices of toasted bread crumbs
3 green onions (green and white parts), finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 egg
1 teaspoon mustard

2tbsp oil and 2 tbsp butter (melted in pan)
2 tbsp old bay seasoning
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
pinch of cayenne pepper
Flour, for dusting

In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients, except for the flour, butter and oil. Shape into patties and dust with flour. Line up in a platter and place in freezer ( to keep firm ) for 5 min while u get oil and butter hot.

Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When oil is hot, carefully place crab cakes, in batches, in pan and fry until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully flip crab cakes and fry on other side until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Serve warm with preferred sauce

Great with: Salad, Rice, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, String Beans and your favorite rolls.