6-10 yellow squash, grated
1 med. onion, chopped
1 1/2 tbsp. salt
1 c. self-rising flour
1/2 c. corn meal
Pepper to taste
1 egg
1 c. grated cheddar cheese, optional

Place grated squash and onion in colander and sprinkle with salt. Let set over sink until all moisture is gone. Add flour, corn meal, black pepper, cheese and egg. Mix with squash and onion in large bowl. Form into patties and fry.