Apple, Cheddar and Bacon Fritters with Caramel Sauce


Ingredients
1 pound apples, peeled, cored and shredded
1 cup aged cheddar cheese, shredded
4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
1/4 cup flour (or rice flour)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
salt and pepper to taste
oil for shallow frying

Directions
Squeeze as much excess liquid from the shredded apples as you can in a tea towel. 
(Reserve and enjoy the fresh apple juice, if desired)

In a bowl, mix everything except the frying oil.

Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add heaping tablespoons of the apple mixture, press down forming a  patty.
Fry until golden brown, about 2-4 minutes per side.
Set aside to drain and absorb excess grease by placing on paper towels.

Serve with Caramel Sauce.