Black beans and Baby Bella Mushroom burgers

• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 2
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• 1 cup baby bella mushrooms, chopped
• 1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and divided
• 1 Large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbl Panko or Gluten Free Panko
• 2 Tbl minced garlic
• 3/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan *Look for vegetarian or vegan Parmesan cheese if you do not eat animal products
• Olive oil

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large bowl add 1 cup of black beans and mash with a masher (chunks are OK).
2. Next, add in the mushrooms and garlic
3. Mix just until coated.
4. Add in the egg, cheese and bread crumbs and mix gently with a large spoon until the mixture is combined.
5. Set aside while you place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add in 2 Tbl of oil.
6. Once the oil starts to shimmer (about a minute or two), using dampened hands (the mixture will stick to you if you don’t), scoop a 1/2 cup of mixture into the palm of your hand and gently shape into a burger all the while pressing together. The mixture should hold a burger shape. If it doesn’t add just a Tbl more of bread crumbs.
7. Place in the oil and cook for 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and a crust has formed on each side.