Beet Burgers!

4 fresh medium beets

mozzarella-optional

8 burger buns-optional

2 eggs, beaten

2 sprigs fresh basil, chopped-I used fresh parsely since I didn't have basil

½-1  medium onion, chopped

garlic cloves to taste

olive oil

organic whole wheat flour-enough to bind, about 1/4 cup.-Next time I am using almond flour

ground black pepper, to taste

salt to taste

 Directions

1. Trim beet tops and root. Shred beets in food processor; transfer to bowl. Add basil, onions, garlic, eggs, salt and pepper; mix.
2. Mix in just enough flour to make mixture stick together.
3. Form mixture into 4-inch patties about 1/ 2-inch thick. (Don’t make too thick or centers won’t cook well.)
4. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Fry patties 2-3 minutes on one side, until crispy. Turn, place mozzarella slice on top and fry 2- 3 minutes more, until crispy.
5.  Serve immediately. I cooked mine the night before for lunch.  I knew it wouldn't be as fresh, but it was still darn good!  I ate mine w/ wild brown rice & non-gmo soybeans, Mmmmmm!

 
I also kept the beet "meat" in the fridge through the week and only made the burgers when I wanted a couple at a time.  It's the way to go when you live w/ a family of meat eaters.  Enjoy!
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