FRIED ZUCCHINI BLOSSOMS

Directions Rinse flowers well and pat dry. In a medium mixing bowl, add egg, cream, Parmesan cheese, baking soda and seasonings and mix well. You will then add flour gradually, stirring continuously to avoid clumping. In a large skillet, heat olive oil on medium/high heat. Take flowers one at a time and dunk into the batter. Next, place into hot oil. The flowers shouid immediately start sizzling. Fry on each side, about 2 minutes or until golden brown. Serve hot. *Not many stores sell these, so this dish may be for those who are growing squash or zucchini in their own garden and wonder what they can do with those wonderful yellow flowers that appear on their plants.