Veggie Burger recipe...finally!

This was the view from our patio this morning.

I'm finally getting around to posting the veggie burger recipe. There are many different ways you can make these. This is how we generally make them but feel free to throw in any other veggies or whatever as the mood hits- just don't add cow because then you wouldn't have a veggie burger anymore. ha ha just kidding...

Veggie Burgers

2 cups (or 14 oz can, drained) well-cooked black beans (or use red beans, chickpeas or lentils instead)

1/2 cup cooked rice (you can omit this)

1 medium onion, quartered

1/2 cup rolled oats

1TB chili powder

salt and pepper

1 egg

1. Toss all ingredients into food processor and pulse until chunky but not pureed, add a little water if necessary. Let mixture rest a minute if you have time.

2. With wet hands, shape into whatever size patties you want. Coat skillet with oil and turn on heat to medium. Add patties and cook until nicely browned on one side (about 5 minutes), turn and cook the other side.

3. Serve on buns with tomato, lettuce, avocado etc...then ENJOY!!

To make a bean and cheese burger:

Add 1/2 to 1 cup grated parmesan, cheddar, mozzarella or the like to the mix (and you can omit the egg if you'd like).