Delaware Crab Cakes

1 beaten egg
1/2 cup finely crushed saltine crackers (14 crackers)
1/3 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 (7 oz) can crab meat, drained, flaked, and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon snipped parsley
3 tablespoons shortening or cooking oil

In bowl combine egg, crushed crackers, milk, dry mustard, white pepper, and cayenne. Stir in crab meat and parsley. Using about 1/3 cup crab mixture for each, shape into patties. Cover and chill patties at least 30 minutes.

In skillet heat shortening or cooking oil; add patties and cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or till golden brown on both sides, turning once. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley sprigs, if desired. Makes 5 servings.