Acorn Squash Fritters with Garlic Parsley Sauce

Winter squash is one of the best flavors of fall if you ask us! Enjoy this fritter recipe any time of the day.

Makes 8 fritters

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups acorn squash, shredded (or winter squash of choice)

• 1 egg

• 1/3 cup flour

• 1/2 tsp. black pepper

• 1 Tbsp. + 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1 clove garlic

• 1 cup fresh parsley

• 2 tsp. lemon juice

• 1 tsp. red pepper flakes

Method:

1. Mix together squash, egg, and pepper.
2. Fold in flour. Add more if needed to hold the fritters together.
3. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop 1/4 cup of the mixture into the pan and press flat with spatula. Cook 2 minutes on each side.
4. Put on a paper towel to absorb extra oil.
5. Combine garlic, parsley, 1/4 cup oil, lemon juice and red pepper flakes in a blender. Drizzle over the fritters. Enjoy!