zucchini patties with marinara sauce

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini
• 1 - egg (lightly beaten)
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons chopped onion
• 1/2 cup whole wheat or unbleached flour
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon small grind fresh ground pepper
• - marinara sauce
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 - large onion chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 large can of crushed tomatoes
• 1 can 16 oz. of petite diced tomatoes
• 1 can tomato paste
• 2 - packets of sweet n low
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon medium grind fresh ground pepper
• - fresh grated parmesan (optional)