Sunflower Seed Cakes

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups shelled sunflower seeds (fresh or dried)

• 3 cups water

• 6 tablespoons fine cornmeal

• 3 tablespoons maple syrup

• 1⁄2 cup oil

Directions

1. Simmer the seeds in the water, covered, for 1 hour. Drain & grind the seeds when done.

2. Mix the syrup & cornmeal, 1 tablespoon at a time, into the ground seeds, making a stiff dough. Shape into 3 inch flat cakes, about 15 cakes.

3. Fry the cakes in hot oil on both sides. Drain on paper towels & serve hot.