I spotted this recipe for salmon cakes the other day and I could not stop thinking about them. They sounded delicious, and as I prepared my meals for the rest of the week, that was all I was thinking about. So I added it to the menu and let me tell you Bob, was I glad I did. We ate some and froze a bunch for later. Not sure how long they’ll last in the freezer, though, because they were a huge hit.
Ingredients
1/2 pound fresh salmon
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 small red onion, finely diced
4 stalks celery, finely diced
1 small red pepper, finely diced
1 small yellow pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning {use my DIY Copy Cat Old Bay Seasoning Recipe}
1 cup bread crumbs {could use Ritz crackers here instead}
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350F. Place salmon, skin side down on a baking sheet. Rub with olive oil and then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, just until cooked {do not overcook!}. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and then cool, then toss in the fridge and refrigerate until cold.
In a large pan over medium-low heat, saute 2 tablespoons of the butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the onion, celery, peppers, parsley, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until the vegetables are soft {about 20 minutes}. Let cool.
Using a fork, flake the chilled salmon into a large bowl. Mix in the bread crumbs, mayonnaise, mustard, and eggs. Fold in the veggie mixture and mix well. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Shape into 10 even cakes, and fry in remaining butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until browned. Serve hot. Enjoy!
These salmon patties freeze beautifully to use at a later date as well. To freeze, simply lay patties on a baking sheet, freeze for one hour to firm up and then place in freezer bags for later use.
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I had not planned for the football playoffs and HB girl wanted to invite a friend as well as her parents over for the game. Since the HB boys were out of town, I thought it was a good idea BUT I really needed a few supplementary provisions to entertain. I had my Chicken Chile and PB cookies, some crackers and wine but didn’t want to use my supply for the week. Since I was at Costco getting a few things for the football party I also just couldn’t pass up the two pack of black leggings for $14 I had spotted when I was with Mavis last week. I did buy them but heck I have spent $30 on a certain brand for one pair and this was two for 14… I know it is not a good trend to start but I didn’t go hog wild.
HB girl also wanted baked Cheetos so I went to the grocery store and bought 2 bags on sale $7 but that was it… So depends how you see the glass? Half full or empty. Lastly, and yes there is more, HB girl and a group of friends wanted to go to 
HB girl also volunteered for an AKC dog show for another friend, my stars she has a very full social life. She had asked for something to eat, I resisted at first seeing that she had had breakfast, it was 10:30am and I had asked her if we should take provisions, She had said no. But then I caved and bought her some kettle corn for $9, that was all that was available and she regretted having eaten it in the end… go figure! And so the week continues…….. Thank you all for your support!
Sunday, January 22nd
I also have done very well with taking my lunch to work but one day I had a lunch meeting and went out. Sushi… my down fall. I had hot tea, one sushi roll a side salad and we shared an appetizer. I offered to pay for that and when I got the bill I was shocked! $32 with tax and tip just for my portion! Before all this, I would have eaten, swiped my card and not even noticed what lunch cost. Probably would have even offered to buy the whole thing. I think one of the benefits that will help me long term is actually knowing what I spend money on and how much.. Cash only baby the only way to go!
Also had to tell you about some of my other purchases this week. First I had to buy chicken feed and some S hooks. I was excited to find that 
Normally I would have just said shoot better look next time but not today! I marched myself right back to Wilco and got my money! They were so nice about it and caught the mistake that they had forgot to put in the deal the computer. I will check all receipts from now on.
As far as groceries went this week I spent $196.83 at Costco and $66.37 at Fred Meyer. That’s food and toiletries. More than I spent last week but if I hadn’t gone back to Costco for the football game accoutrements I would have been right on target … moral of that story DON’T GO BACK TO COSTCO!
Costco $16.08 {shopping with Mrs. HB}
Fred Meyer $1.11 {shopping with Mrs. HB}
Winco $29.54 {my favorite deals are below}
