Black Bean Burgers

1/2 large red onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic

2 (15 oz)  cans black beans, drained and rinsed 

1 cup plain bread crumbs

1 1/2 tsp cumin

3/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 large eggs

1.  Place onion and garlic into a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.  Add i black beans and pulse until the black beans are partially chopped, leaving some whole or partial beans.  Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

2.  Stir in the bread crumbs, cumin, salt, pepper and eggs until well combined.

3.  Divide up the mixture to form 8 patties.

4.  When ready to cook choose one of the following options:

Skillet:  Heat a lightly oiled skillet to medium high heat.  Cook for 5 minutes on each side.

Baked:  Bake in a 400 degree oven for 5 minutes each side.

Grilled:  Cook on an outdoor grill for 5 minute each side.  

5.  Serve hot on a bun with desired toppings.  (lettuce, tomato, cheese, bacon, mayo, ketchup, mustard)

Recipe:  stay at home chef