Salmon Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (1 lb.) can pink or red salmon
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 c. fine bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 c. shortening

Preparation

Drain salmon; discard skin and bones and mash.
Stir in eggs, fish juice and crumbs, blending well.
Add seasonings and lemon juice, mixing well.
Divide in 1/4 cup portions and shape in flat patties about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat shortening sizzling hot in heavy skillet; lay in patties and brown on both sides to a rich golden color.
Remove to a hot platter.