Baked Salmon Patties

We like salmon patties, but don't like that most recipes call for them to be fried. :-( ... Not heart-healthy! These yummy things can be whipped up and on the table in 20 minutes or less. So, this is basically my mom's recipe although I think I've slightly tweaked it, but here's what you need:

3 small cans of skinless, boneless salmon
2 eggs
5 Tbsp (approximately) of bread crumbs
2 tsp Old Bay Seafood seasoning

Preheat oven to 375.

Open and drain liquid from the cans of salmon. Pour meat into a mixing bowl and flake with a fork.

Add approximately 5 Tbsp bread crumbs.

Break and add 2 eggs. Then add 2 teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning. Mix until all ingredients are blended well together.

Now this is the fun part. This is how you get to bake salmon patties. Pull out 2 muffin tins. Yes, I just said muffin tins. (The recipe makes about 12 small salmon patties, so pull out 2 muffin tins if you have the 6 tin pan, or just 1 pan if you have a super-size pan). Spray them down with PAM or whatever cooking spray you have.
Now scoop a decent spoon full of the salmon mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup and smoosh it down with the back of your spoon to flatten out the patty. You want the patties to be between 1/3 and 1/2 an inch thick.

Once you've used all of your salmon mixture, put your muffin tins in the oven on a middle rack. Bake for 10-15 minutes. You just want to get the tops slightly firm to the touch and golden brown.

Now check these out (served with a side of vegetable casserole and Knorr Rice Sides Brocc & Cheese). We usually dip our salmon patties in either tartar sauce or ketchup.

Your heart will definitely thank you for not frying these! ;-) If you like these, you may want to check out my Baked Tuna Cheddar Patties too!
Also if you're in a crunch for time but have some chicken in the fridge or freezer, you may want to try my Savory Quick Chicken. YUM! :-)