Crab Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Flake crabmeat.
2. 2
   If using canned crabmeat, drain and remove cartilage, then flake.
3. 3
   In 1/4 cup hot butter in medium size skillet, cook onion until tender, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove from heat and add bread crumbs, mixing well.
5. 5
   Add crumb mixture to crabmeat along with eggs, salt, mustard, parsley and cream; mix well.
6. 6
   Shape mixture into 8 thick patties about 2 1/2-inches in diameter.
7. 7
   Coat with flour.
8. 8
   Heat remaining butter in large skillet.
9. 9
   Add patties and saute until golden on both sides.
10. 10
    Serve with lemon wedges.
11. 11
    Makes about 4 servings.