6-10 yellow squash, grated
1 med. onion
1 1/2 tbsp. salt
1 c. self rising flour
1/2 c. cornmeal
Black pepper, to taste
1 egg
1 c. grated cheddar cheese; optional

Place squash and onion in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let set until all the moisture is gone. Add flour, cornmeal, black pepper, cheese and egg and mix together. Form into patties and fry.