Easy Burger Cookbook: An Easy Burger Cookbook with Delicious Burger Recipes [2 ed.]

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Table of Contents
Layered Blue Burger
Summer Soy Burgers
Buffalo Chicken Buns
Beasty Garbanzo Burgers
Spicy Blue Banana Burgers
Curry Nuts Burgers
In and Out Cheesy Burgers
Nutty Teriyaki Burgers
Hot Tamari Burgers
Cajun Burgers with Lemon Sauce
Cereal Mayo Burgers
Kalamata Feta Burgers
Sundried Beef Burger
Asian Italian Burgers with Cajun Mayo
Soy Mushroom Burger
London Shiitake Worcestershire Burgers
Worcestershire Cheddar Beef Burger Casserole
Portobello Pepperjack Monterey Spicy Burgers
Oregon Inspired Burgers
Hot Iceberg Chicken Burgers
Sesame Burgers
Queso Burgers
Sweet and Spicy Burger
Parmesan Sausage Burgers
Juicy Beet Burgers
Feta Beef Burgers
Amaranth Millet Burgers
Bell Hamburger
Chili Mexican Black Bean Burgers
Parmigianino Oregano Burgers
Hollywood Burgers
Feta Spinach Burgers
Bell Artichoke Burgers
Cheesy Avocado Burgers
Red Pecans Burgers
Monterey Ketchup Burgers
Nuts Burger
Elizabeth’s Favorite
Chili Corn Burgers
Crunchy Colby Burgers
Saucy Vegan Burger
Basil Sirloin Burgers
Farmer's Market Burger
Tropical Pineapple Burgers
Old Bay Burgers
Oregano Ketchup Burgers
Chipotle Cannellini Burgers
Beast Burger
Parmesan Kernels Burger
Cheesy Italian Pizza Burger
Balsamic Mayo Burgers
Italian Balsamic Mushroom Burger
Sea Lentils Burgers
Birdie Burgers
Tamari Burger Casserole
Crunchy and Juicy Noodles Burgers
Baby Cheddar Burger
Rolled Kidney Bean Burgers
Jalapeno Fritos Burger
White Steak Burgers
Grilled Mozzarella Burger
Chili Romano Burgers
Grilled Cottage Sandwich
Braggs' Oat Burgers
Dreamy Cheesy Burger
Peanut Butter Burgers
Barbecue Oat Burgers
Hot Chili Braggs Burgers
Yoshida Burgers
Latin Salsa Burgers
Worcestershire Pastrami Burger
Quaker Corn Burgers
Classical London Sirloin Burger
Jack's Hickory Jalapeno Burgers
Original Pineapple Turkey Burgers
Provolone Caps Burgers
Portabella Stilton Burgers
Barbecue Cheddar Burgers
Sicilian Artichoke Burgers
Korean Barbecue Burgers
Soupy Onion Burger
Thai Bell Bean Burgers
Vidalia Turkey Burgers
Red Parmesan Burgers
Bell Provolone Burgers
White Oyster Burgers
Italian Pizza Burger
Latin Chili Burgers
Crunchy Cheddar Bean Burgers
Canadian Center Burgers
Sharp Mayo Burgers
Black Seafood Burgers
Late October Tahini Burgers
Grilled Cheese Burger
Eggplant Patties with Cheddar
Horseradish Mushroom Burger I
Zucchini Burgers

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Table of Contents Layered Blue Burger 9 Summer Soy Burgers 12 Buffalo Chicken Buns 13 Beasty Garbanzo Burgers 14 Spicy Blue Banana Burgers 15 Curry Nuts Burgers 16 In and Out Cheesy Burgers 17 Nutty Teriyaki Burgers 18 Hot Tamari Burgers 19 Cajun Burgers with Lemon Sauce 22 Cereal Mayo Burgers 23 Kalamata Feta Burgers 24 Sundried Beef Burger 25 Asian Italian Burgers with Cajun Mayo 26 Soy Mushroom Burger 27 London Shiitake Worcestershire Burgers 28 Worcestershire Cheddar Beef Burger Casserole 29 Portobello Pepperjack Monterey Spicy Burgers 32 Oregon Inspired Burgers 33 Hot Iceberg Chicken Burgers 34 Sesame Burgers 35

Queso Burgers 36 Sweet and Spicy Burger 37 Parmesan Sausage Burgers 38 Juicy Beet Burgers 39 Feta Beef Burgers 42 Amaranth Millet Burgers 43 Bell Hamburger 44 Chili Mexican Black Bean Burgers 45 Parmigianino Oregano Burgers 46 Hollywood Burgers 47 Feta Spinach Burgers 48 Bell Artichoke Burgers 49 Cheesy Avocado Burgers 52 Red Pecans Burgers 53 Monterey Ketchup Burgers 54 Nuts Burger 55 Elizabeth’s Favorite 56 Chili Corn Burgers 57 Crunchy Colby Burgers 58 Saucy Vegan Burger 59 Basil Sirloin Burgers 62 Farmer's Market Burger 63 Tropical Pineapple Burgers 64

Old Bay Burgers 65 Oregano Ketchup Burgers 66 Chipotle Cannellini Burgers 67 Beast Burger 68 Parmesan Kernels Burger 69 Cheesy Italian Pizza Burger 72 Balsamic Mayo Burgers 73 Italian Balsamic Mushroom Burger 74 Sea Lentils Burgers 75 Birdie Burgers 76 Tamari Burger Casserole 77 Crunchy and Juicy Noodles Burgers 78 Baby Cheddar Burger 82 Rolled Kidney Bean Burgers 83 Jalapeno Fritos Burger 84 White Steak Burgers 85 Grilled Mozzarella Burger 86 Chili Romano Burgers 87 Grilled Cottage Sandwich 88 Braggs' Oat Burgers 89 Dreamy Cheesy Burger 92 Peanut Butter Burgers 93 Barbecue Oat Burgers 94

Hot Chili Braggs Burgers 95 Yoshida Burgers 96 Latin Salsa Burgers 97 Worcestershire Pastrami Burger 98 Quaker Corn Burgers 99 Classical London Sirloin Burger 102 Jack's Hickory Jalapeno Burgers 103 Original Pineapple Turkey Burgers 104 Provolone Caps Burgers 105 Portabella Stilton Burgers 106 Barbecue Cheddar Burgers 107 Sicilian Artichoke Burgers 108 Korean Barbecue Burgers 109 Soupy Onion Burger 112 Thai Bell Bean Burgers 113 Vidalia Turkey Burgers 114 Red Parmesan Burgers 116 Bell Provolone Burgers 117 White Oyster Burgers 118 Italian Pizza Burger 119 Latin Chili Burgers 122 Crunchy Cheddar Bean Burgers 123 Canadian Center Burgers 124

Sharp Mayo Burgers 125 Black Seafood Burgers 126 Late October Tahini Burgers 127 Grilled Cheese Burger 128 Eggplant Patties with Cheddar 129 Horseradish Mushroom Burger I 130 Zucchini Burgers 131

Layered

Blue Burger

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 426 kcal Fat 22 g Carbohydrates 29.4g Protein 27.5 g Cholesterol 77 mg Sodium 764 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp ground black pepper, divided 4 C. sliced mushrooms 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 lb ground beef 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1/4 C. crumbled blue cheese 4 hamburger buns split Lettuce leaves (optional) Sliced tomatoes (optional)

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a small mixing bowl: Add the olive oil, salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper then whisk them well. 3. Place a large piece of foil on a baking sheet. Place half of the onion and mushroom in the middle then pour then onion mix all over it. 4. Fold the foil around the veggies. Repeat the process with the rest of the ingredients to make a second packet. 5. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the beef, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp black pepper and salt. Mix them well. Form the mix into 8 beef cakes. 6. Place them on a large piece of foil then top 4 of the beef cakes with 1 tbsp of blue cheese then cover them with the remaining 4 beef cakes. 7. Wrap the piece of foil around the patties gently. Place the mushroom and beef packets on the grill then cook them for 12 min. 8. Assemble your burgers. Serve them with some mayonnaise. 9. Enjoy.

Layered Blue Burger

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SUMMER

Soy Burgers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 193 kcal Fat 4.3 g Carbohydrates 31.9g Protein 6.9 g

Ingredients 2 tsp olive oil 1 small onion, grated 2 cloves crushed garlic 2 carrots, shredded 1 small summer squash, shredded 1 small zucchini, shredded

1 1/2 C. rolled oats 1/4 C. shredded Cheddar cheese 1 egg, beaten 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 1/2 C. all-purpose flour

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Stir in the onion with garlic and cook them for 6 min. 3. Add the carrots, squash, and zucchini then cook them for 3 min. turn off the heat. Stir in the oats, cheese, soy sauce, egg, salt and pepper. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Add the veggies mix to the bowl and cover it. Place it in the fridge for 1 h 15 min. Shape the mix into 8 cakes. 5. Spoon the flour into a dish. Dust the veggies burgers with flour and cook them in the grill for 6 min on each side. 6. Serve your burgers with your favorite toppings.

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Summer Soy Burgers

Buffalo

Chicken Buns

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 8 hrs 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 489 kcal Fat 14.4 g Carbohydrates 46g Protein 141.5 g Cholesterol 139 mg Sodium 1439 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground chicken 1 C. dry bread crumbs 3/4 C. crumbled blue cheese 1 extra large egg 1/4 C. onion, chopped (optional)

1/3 C. buffalo wing sauce 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the chicken, bread crumbs, blue cheese, egg, onion, and wing sauce then mix them well. Form the mix into 4 cakes. 3. Place them on the grill and grill them for 4 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings then serve them. 4. Enjoy.

Buffalo Chicken Buns

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BEASTY

Garbanzo Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 127.6 Fat 23.2mg Cholesterol 250.7mg Sodium 22.6g Carbohydrates 5.7g Protein 100.4g

Ingredients 1 carrot (medium size grated) 1 garlic clove 1 (19 ounce) cans chickpeas 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander Salt & pepper 1 large egg 2 tbsps plain flour

Oil (for frying) 2 slices whole wheat bread (cut in round shapes) 1 tomato 1 red onion

Directions 1. Chop the garlic. Grate the carrot. 2. Get a food processor: Add the chickpea with spices, garlic, salt and pepper. Pulse them several times until they become smooth. Add the carrot, egg, and flour. Process them again. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the oil in it. Shape the chickpea mix into 8 patties and cook them for 4 min on each side. Toast the bread. 4. Assemble your burgers with the tomato and onion slices and your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Beasty Garbanzo Burgers

Spicy

Blue Banana Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 419 kcal Fat 15.1 g Carbohydrates 28.4g Protein 40.6 g Cholesterol 132 mg Sodium 667 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs ground venison 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped 5 oz. blue cheese crumbles 1 garlic clove, crushed

1 tbsp olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 5 banana peppers, chopped 6 hamburger buns

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add venison, chipotle peppers, blue cheese, and garlic then mix them well. Form the mix into 6 cakes. 3. Cook the patties in the grill for 6 min on each side. Place them aside. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it the oil. Add the onion with banana peppers then cook them for 8 min. Assemble the burgers with the banana peppers mix. 5. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

Spicy Blue Banana Burgers

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CURRY NUTS

Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 670.5 Fat 56.0g Cholesterol 862.0mg Sodium 2411.7mg Carbohydrates 34.1g Protein 121.3g

Ingredients 1 C. shelled raw walnuts 1 C. raw cashews 1 C. raw sunflower seeds 1 C. shelled raw almonds 1 C. chopped celery 1 C. carrot, pulp (leftover after making carrot juice) 1 C. chopped onion 2 -3 cloves minced garlic 1 tbsp chopped parsley 1 1/2 tbsps minced sage

1/2 C. whey powder 2 large eggs 1/4 tsp mustard powder 1/4 tsp curry powder 1 tsp poultry seasoning 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp mild chili powder 2 -3 tbsps olive oil (for frying burgers)

Directions 1. Get a food processor: Add the walnuts, cashews, sunflower seeds, almonds, celery, carrot pulp, onion, garlic cloves, parsley, and sage. Process them several times until they become finely chopped. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the nuts mix with whey powder, eggs, dry mustard powder, curry powder, poultry seasoning, cumin, and mild chili powder. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 large burger cakes. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the oil in it. Add the burgers and cook them for 6 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Curry Nuts Burgers

In and Out

Cheesy Burgers

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 484 kcal Fat 31 g Carbohydrates 15.8g Protein 33.7 g Cholesterol 147 mg Sodium 2071 mg

Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 C. diced onion 2 lbs ground lamb 1 egg 1 C. bread crumbs 1 clove garlic, minced 4 1/2 tsps salt

1 tbsp ground black pepper 4 oz. soft goat cheese 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the onion and cook it for 6 min. 3. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the cooked onions with lamb, egg, bread crumbs, garlic, salt, and pepper then mix them well. 4. Shape the mix into 6 balls. Place them on a baking sheet and put a plastic wrap on them. Place it in the fridge. 5. Get a mixing bowl: Add the goat cheese, olive oil, basil, and oregano then mix them well. Place a plastic wrap on the bowl. Place it in the fridge for 6 min. 6. Press the middle of lamb balls with your thumb gently then place 1/6 of the cheese mix in it. Push the meat mix gently until it covers the cheese mix in the middle. 7. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients. Press the beef balls slightly with your hands to make them a little bit flat. 8. Cook the burgers on the grill for 9 min on each side. Assemble your burgers. Serve them right away. Enjoy.

In and Out Cheesy Burgers

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NUTTY

Teriyaki Burgers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 402.7 Fat 11.1g Cholesterol 93.0mg Sodium 31740.4mg Carbohydrates 62.8g Protein 213.5g

Ingredients 1/2 tbsp peanut oil 1/2 C. onion (purple) 1 C. zucchini 1/2 C. red bell pepper 2 eggs 1/2 tsp ginger (ground) 1/2 tsp cumin

1/4 C. soy sauce 1/4 C. teriyaki sauce 1/4 C. walnut pieces 1 1/2 C. brown rice (cooked)

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the oven on 350 F. 2. Chop the bell pepper with zucchini until they become fine. Mince the onion. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Stir in the onion and cook it for 6 min. 4. Stir in the chopped zucchini with bell pepper to the onion. Cook them for 16 min while stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and allow the mix to lose heat. 5. Get a mixing bowl: Add the eggs and beat them. Stir in the onion mix with ginger, cumin, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, walnuts and cooked rice. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 6. Place the burgers on the baking pan. Cook them in the oven for 8 min on each side. 7. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 8. Enjoy.

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Nutty Teriyaki Burgers

Hot Tamari Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 31 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 870 kcal Fat 53.2 g Carbohydrates 31.9g Protein 163.7 g Cholesterol 207 mg Sodium 2886 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs ground beef 6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped 8 oz. crumbled blue cheese 2 tbsps onion powder 2 tbsps garlic powder 2 tbsps tamari or soy sauce 2 tsps salt, or to taste

4 slices Swiss cheese 4 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the beef, jalapeno peppers, blue cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, tamari and salt. Knead them for 1 min to combine the flavors. 3. Shape the beef mix into 4 burgers. Cook them on the grill for 9 min on each side. Lay a slice of cheese on top of each burger and cook them until it melts. 4. Assemble your burgers. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Hot Tamari Burgers

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CAJUN BURGERS

with Lemon Sauce

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 246.9 Fat 6.5g Cholesterol 56.6mg Sodium 1130.1mg Carbohydrates 35.9g Protein 112.8g

Ingredients

Directions

1 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans (drain liquid) or 1 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas (drain liquid) 1 egg 1 onion 1/2 C. breadcrumbs, crushed crackers or flour 1 tbsp minced garlic Salt and pepper 1 tbsp cumin (optional) Nonstick cooking spray Curry powder Garam masala Smoked paprika Minced chipotle pepper Cayenne Oregano Cajun seasoning Cheese 1/4 C. mayonnaise 2 -3 tbsps lemon juice 1 tbsp garlic powder or 1 tbsp minces garlic 1 chipotle pepper, minced (optional)

1. Get a small bowl: Add the sauce ingredients. Whisk them well. Place the sauce in the fridge. Get a food processor: Add the garlic, onion bean and seasonings mix. Pulse them several times until they become finely chopped. 2. Add the breadcrumbs with egg and flour. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the sesame oil in it. Add the burgers and cook them for 8 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with the lemon sauce and your favorite toppings. 4. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Cajun Burgers with Lemon Sauce

Cereal

Mayo Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 206 kcal Fat 11.5 g Carbohydrates 122.5g Protein 4.1 g Cholesterol 34 mg Sodium 300 mg

Ingredients 2 C. shredded carrots 2 eggs 1/2 C. mayonnaise 1 medium onion, minced 2 tbsps olive oil 1 clove garlic, chopped Salt and pepper to taste

6 C. soft bread crumbs 4 C. whole wheat flake cereal, crumbled

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 375 F. Line up a baking sheet. 2. Get a heatproof bowl: Add the carrot and microwave it for 4 min. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the eggs, mayonnaise, onion, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and carrots. Mix them well. Add the breadcrumbs and mix them again. Form the mix into 12 cakes. 4. Place the cereal in a shallow pate. Coat the burgers with the cereal. Place the cakes in the baking sheet. Cook the burgers in the oven for 14 min. Flip them and cook them for another 14 min. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

Cereal Mayo Burgers

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KALAMATA

Feta Burgers

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 318 kcal Fat 21.9 g Carbohydrates 3.6g Protein 25.5 g Cholesterol 123 mg Sodium 800 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground turkey 1 C. crumbled feta cheese 1/2 C. Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

2 tsps dried oregano Ground black pepper to taste

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the turkey, feta cheese, olives, oregano, and pepper then combine them well. Shape the mix into 4 cakes. 3. Grill the burger cakes for 7 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Kalamata Feta Burgers

Sundried

Beef Burger

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 523 kcal Fat 35.3 g Carbohydrates 24.9g Protein 25.4 g Cholesterol 104 mg Sodium 860 mg

Ingredients 3 lbs uncooked lean ground beef 1 C. diced sun-dried tomatoes 4 oz. blue cheese 1/2 C. minced fresh chives 1 tbsp steak sauce 1/4 tsp hot pepper sauce 1/4 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper 1 1/2 tsps salt 1 tsp dry mustard 12 hamburger rolls

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the beef, sun-dried tomatoes, blue cheese, chives, steak sauce, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, and mustard then mix them well. 3. Place a piece of plastic wrap then place it in the fridge for 2 h. Shape the mix into 12 burger cakes. Cook it on the grill for 6 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve it right away. 5. Enjoy.

Sundried Beef Burger

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ASIAN ITALIAN

Burgers with Cajun Mayo

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 375 kcal Fat 22.5 g Carbohydrates 337.8g Protein 7.1 g Cholesterol 21 mg Sodium 2459 mg

Ingredients 4 large mushroom caps 1/2 C. soy sauce 1/2 C. Italian dressing 4 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste 1 large red bell pepper

1 C. reduced-fat mayonnaise 1 tbsp Cajun spice, or to taste 2 tbsp sriracha 4 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Get a zip lock bag: Add the mushroom with soy sauce, Italian dressing, and garlic. Shake the bag roughly to coat the ingredients. Place it aside for 2 h 30 min. 2. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 3. Cook the bell pepper for 6 min on each side. Drain the mushroom caps from the marinade and cook them for 7 min on each side. 4. Transfer the bell pepper to a zip lock bag and seal it and place them aside for 5 min sweat. Peel the bell peppers and chop them. 5. Get a mixing bowl: Add the roasted bell pepper with mayo and Cajun spice. Mix them well. Place it in the fridge until ready to serve. 6. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings then add an even amount of Sriracha to each. Serve them right away. 7. Enjoy.

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Asian Italian Burgers with Cajun Mayo

Soy

Mushroom Burger

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 225 kcal Fat 11.2 g Carbohydrates 5.3g Protein 26.8 g Cholesterol 90 mg Sodium 877 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground turkey 8 oz. fresh mushrooms, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 2 tbsps soy sauce

1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 C. crumbled blue cheese

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the turkey, mushrooms, onion, and soy sauce. Season with kosher salt and pepper then mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 cakes. 3. Grill the burger cakes for 6 min on each side. Spoon 1 tbsp of blue cheese on each burger cake then cook them until the cheese melts. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 5. Enjoy.

Soy Mushroom Burger

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LONDON SHIITAKE

Worcestershire Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 54.5 Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 65.6mg Carbohydrates 9.1g Protein 4.4g

Ingredients 1 lb. fresh shiitake mushrooms, about 6 C. chopped finely 1 large onion, minced 2 slices white bread, finely diced 2 tbsps Worcestershire sauce 2 egg whites or 1 egg

Salt Ground black pepper

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Grease it with oil or cooking spray. Add the onion with mushroom and sauté them for 6 min. Add the bread dices with Worcestershire sauce. Sauté them for 1 min 2. Turn off the heat. Place the mix aside to lose heat. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the eggs and mix them well. Add the onion mix with salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it a splash of oil. Add the burgers and cook them for 8 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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London Shiitake Worcestershire Burgers

Worcestershire

Cheddar Beef Burger Casserole

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 376 kcal Fat 20.1 g Carbohydrates 28.2g Protein 19 g Cholesterol 54 mg Sodium 1133 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps shortening 2 tbsps chopped onion 1 lb ground beef 1 tsp salt 1/8 tsp ground black pepper 3 tbsps all-purpose flour 1 (16 oz.) can diced tomatoes with juice 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 (15 oz.) can carrots, drained 1 (15 oz.) can cut green beans, drained

1 C. sifted all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsps baking powder 1/2 tsp mustard powder 1/2 tsp salt 2 tbsps shortening 1/4 C. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1/2 C. milk

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease a baking dish. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add 2 tbsps of shortening and cook it until it melts. Add the beef with onion and cook it for 10 min. discard the fat. 3. Add 1 tsp of salt and pepper, 3 tbsps of flour, tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce then mix them well. Cook them for 5 min. 4. Add the carrots and green beans then stir them well. Spoon the mix into the baking dish. 5. Get a large mixing bowl: Add 1 C. of flour, baking powder, mustard powder and 1/2 tsp of salt then mix them well. Add the shortening with cheese and mix them again. 6. Add the milk and whisk them well. Pour the flour mix all over the beef casserole. Cook it in the oven for 32 min. serve it warm. 7. Enjoy.

Worcestershire Cheddar Beef Burger Casserole

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PORTOBELLO

Pepperjack Monterey Spicy Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 203 kcal Fat 14.6 g Carbohydrates 9.8g Protein 10.3 g Cholesterol 20 mg Sodium 259 mg

Ingredients 4 Portobello mushroom caps 1/4 C. balsamic vinegar 2 tbsps olive oil 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tbsp minced garlic

Salt and pepper to taste 4 (1 ounce) slices Pepperjack cheese 4 slices Monterey cheese 1 tbsp diced jalapeno from a jar

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the vinegar, oil, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix them well to make the marinade. 3. Stir the mushroom into the marinade. Place it aside for 18 min. Drain the mushroom and place the marinade aside. 4. Cook the mushroom caps on the grill for 7 min on each side while basting them with the marinade every 2 min. Place the cheese slices on the mushroom while it is hot to melt. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Then evenly divide the diced jalapeno amongst the burgers. 6. Enjoy.

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Portobello Pepperjack Monterey Spicy Burgers

Oregon Inspired Burgers

Prep Time: 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 149.8 Fat 1.9g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 250.0mg Carbohydrates 28.5g Protein 4.4g

Ingredients 4 C. water 1 C. lentils 1 C. black rice 1/4 tsp salt 1 tbsp olive oil 3/4 C. flour 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp kosher salt 2 tsp tahini 3/4 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp onion powder

1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp cayenne 1/4 tsp mustard 1 dash oregano 1/4 C. peas 1/4 C. carrot 1/4 C. broccoli 1/4 C. corn 1/2 C. flour

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease a baking sheet. 2. Cook the rice according to the directions on the package. Cook the lentils according to the directions on the package. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the rice and lentils. Press them with a fork until they become slightly mashed. Add the garlic, kosher salt, and tahini. Mix them well. 4. Stir in the flour gradually followed by the seasonings, veggies and the rest of the flour while mixing all the time. Place it aside for 12 min. 5. Shape the mix into 12 burgers. Place them on the baking sheet. Cook them in the oven 16 min. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

Oregon Inspired Burgers

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HOT ICEBERG

Chicken Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 374 kcal Fat 8.8 g Carbohydrates 25.3g Protein 45.5 g Cholesterol 111 mg Sodium 1111 mg

Ingredients 1/4 C. light sour cream 1/4 C. reduced fat blue cheese crumbles 1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken 1/4 C. hot pepper sauce 1/2 tsp celery salt (optional) 1/4 tsp poultry seasoning

1/2 tsp paprika 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste 1 tbsp hot pepper sauce 4 Kaiser Rolls split 4 leaves iceberg lettuce 1/2 C. diced celery

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. To make the sauce: 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the sour cream, blue cheese, and Worcestershire sauce then mix them well. Place it aside. 4. Get a large mixing bowl: chicken, 1/4 C. hot sauce, celery salt, poultry seasoning, paprika, and cayenne pepper, black pepper and salt. Mix them well. 5. Shape the mix into 4 burger cakes. Grill them for 8 min. Flip the burger cakes and brush the upper side with 1 tsp of the hot sauce for each. Cook them for 7 min on the other side. 6. Assemble your burgers with 1 lettuce leaf, 2 tbsps of cheese sauce and 2 tbsps of celery per each burger. Serve them right away. 7. Enjoy.

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Hot Iceberg Chicken Burgers

Sesame

Burgers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 186.4 Fat 3.0g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 352.6mg Carbohydrates 29.4g Protein 11.9g

Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) cans cannellini, rinsed and drained 1/3 C. chopped onion (I use the frozen kind thawed out, this'd be one small onion) 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried parsley) 2 tbsps nutritional yeast 2 tbsps sesame seeds (not tahini) 2 egg whites (or 1 whole egg)

1/2 C. breadcrumbs (I use whole-wheat) 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 dash cayenne pepper

Directions 1. Wash the beans with some fresh water. Place it in a colander to get remove the water. 2. Get a food processor: Add the beans with rest of the ingredients. Pulse them several times until they become smooth. Transfer the mix into a bowl and cover it. 3. Place it in the fridge for 45 min. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the sesame oil in it. Add the burgers and cook them for 8 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 5. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

Sesame Burgers

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QUESO

Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 559 kcal Fat 31.3 g Carbohydrates 31.9g Protein 135.7 g Cholesterol 124 mg Sodium 1600 mg

Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs ground sirloin 1 lb VELVEETA(R), cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 (10 oz.) can RO*TEL Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies, undrained

6 hamburger buns 6 pieces leaf lettuce 1 large tomato, cut into 6 slices

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Mix the sirloin with salt and pepper. Mix them well. Form the mix into beef cakes. Cook them on the grill for 6 min on each side. 3. Place the VELVEETA in the microwave and cook it for 5 min on the highest setting until it melts. Place the burgers on the bottom buns. 4. Spread 2 tbsps of the Velveeta on the beef patties then top it with lettuce, tomato and upper bun. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Queso Burgers

Sweet and Spicy Burgers

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 512.3 Fat 20.9g Cholesterol 346.5mg Sodium 1305.0mg Carbohydrates 66.4g Protein 216.3g

Ingredients 2 ounces olive oil 6 tbsps diced red onions 4 tbsps diced black olives 5 tbsps diced red peppers 4 tbsps diced garlic 4 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained 4 ounces white beans, rinsed and drained 4 ounces chickpeas, rinsed and drained 8 ounces rolled oats 2 tbsps southwest jalapeno dip mix ( gourmetcreations.net)

2 tbsps minced fresh parsley leaves 1/2 tsp celery salt 4 tbsps seasoned bread crumbs or 4 tbsps panko breadcrumbs 1 egg

Directions 1. Place a skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Add the onion with bell pepper and garlic. Cook them for 6 min. Place the mix aside to lose heat. 2. Cook the rolled oats according to the directions on the package. Place it aside to lose it heat. Mash it slightly with a fork. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the remaining ingredients and combine them well. Stir in the onion mix with oatmeal and combine them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. Place them in the fridge for 35 min. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the oil in it. Add the burgers and cook them for 5 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Sweet and Spicy Burger

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PARMESAN SAUSAGE

Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 274 kcal Fat 17.6 g Carbohydrates 4.3g Protein 23.3 g Cholesterol 111 mg Sodium 624 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs lean ground beef 1/2 lb bulk beef sausage 1/3 C. grated Parmesan cheese 2 eggs, beaten 1 large sweet onion, diced 2 large cloves garlic, minced

1 (1 oz.) envelope dry onion soup mix 1 1/2 tbsps Worcestershire sauce Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the beef, beef sausage, Parmesan cheese, eggs, sweet onion, garlic, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix them well. 3. Shape the mix into 10 burger cakes. Grill the burgers for 12 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 5. Enjoy.

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Parmesan Sausage Burgers

Juicy Beet Burgers

Prep Time: 5 hrs Total Time: 5 hrs 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 368.1 Fat 8.8g Cholesterol 46.5mg Sodium 1639.6mg Carbohydrates 59.2g Protein 114.4g

Ingredients 1 1/4 C. cooked brown rice, cooled 1 C. cooked lentils, cooled 1 C. beet, peeled and shredded 1/2 tsp salt Fresh ground black pepper, to taste 1 tsp dried thyme 1/2 tsp ground fennel 1 tsp dry mustard 3 tbsps onions, minced

2 garlic cloves, minced 1 egg 1/2 C. fine dry breadcrumb 1 tbsp olive oil 4 whole wheat buns, toasted Condiments, as desired

Directions 1. Get a food processor: Add the lentils with rice and beer. Process them for 1 min until they become lean. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the rice mix with salt, pepper, thyme, fennel, mustard, onion, garlic, egg and bread crumbs. Mix them well. Place it in the fridge for 3 h. Shape the mix into 4 patties. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Cook in it the burgers for 7 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

Juicy Beet Burgers

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FETA BEEF

Burgers

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 17 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 615 kcal Fat 42.8 g Carbohydrates 25.5g Protein 31.1 g Cholesterol 218 mg Sodium 904 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 2 tbsps capers, drained 2 eggs 2 tbsps Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped 2 tbsps garlic powder

1 tbsp dried oregano 1/2 C. feta cheese, crumbled 1 C. Italian bread crumbs

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients and mix them well. Form the mix into 4 burgers cakes. Cook them in the grill for 7 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Feta Beef Burgers

Amaranth

Millet Burgers

Prep Time: 24 hrs Total Time: 24 hrs 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 190.8 Fat 6.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 817.6mg Carbohydrates 28.5g Protein 5.2g

Ingredients 1 1/2 C. water 1/2 C. millet, dry 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsps raw coconut oil 1 onion, large minced 3 C. spinach, finely chopped 2 celery ribs, finely chopped 2 carrots, peeled minced

2 tsp sea salt 1 tbsp cumin 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 C. amaranth flour

Directions 1. Cook the millet according to the instructions on the package. Use a food processor to the shred celery, spinach and carrot. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add 1 tbsp of coconut oil and heat it. Add the onion and cook it for 4 min. Stir in the celery with spinach, salt and carrot. Cook them for 6 min. 3. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the flour and mix them well. Place the mix aside to lose heat. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the remaining oil and heat it. Cook the burgers in it for 6 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Amaranth Millet Burgers

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BELL

Hamburger

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 464 kcal Fat 29.5 g Carbohydrates 19.9g Protein 29.7 g Cholesterol 98 mg Sodium 256 mg

Ingredients 1 lb frozen hamburger patties 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced 8 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced 4 slices sandwich bread, toasted

4 slices Swiss cheese Sour cream

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it a splash of oil. Cook in it the patties for 6 min on each side. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat a splash of oil in it. Add the onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Cook them for 6 min. 3. Lay a slice of cheese on each bottom bun then top it with a burger patties followed by some sour cream and your favorite toppings. 4. Serve your burgers right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Bell Hamburger

Chili Mexican

Black Bean Burgers

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 332.5 Fat 6.7g Cholesterol 73.0mg Sodium 2228.0mg Carbohydrates 50.8g Protein 118.6g

Ingredients 1/2 C. brown rice, uncooked 1 C. water 2 (16 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 1 green bell pepper, halved and seeded 1 onion, quartered 1/2 C. mushroom, sliced 6 garlic cloves, peeled

3/4 C. mozzarella cheese, shredded 2 eggs 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tbsp garlic salt 1 tsp hot sauce 1/2 C. dry breadcrumbs, as needed

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 2. Cook the rice according to the directions on the package. Place it aside to lose the heat. Fluff it with a fork. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the black bean then press it with a potato masher or fork until it becomes well mashed. 4. Get a food processor: Add the bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, and garlic. Pulse them several times until they become finely chopped. 5. Add the onion mix to the mashed bean and combine them well. 6. Get a food processor: Add the rice with mozzarella cheese. Pulse them several times until they become well combined. Add them to the bean mix and combine them well. 7. Get a mixing bowl: Add the eggs, chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, and hot sauce. Mix them well. Add the black bean mix and combine them well. 8. Add the breadcrumbs and mix them again. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. Cook them in the grill for 9 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 9. Enjoy. Chili Mexican Black Bean Burgers

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PARMIGIANINO

Oregano Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 255 kcal Fat 14.2 g Carbohydrates 22.5g Protein 11.4 g Cholesterol 67 mg Sodium 630 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps olive oil 3 (8 oz.) packages sliced fresh mushrooms 1/2 onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp dried oregano

2/3 C. rolled oats 3/4 C. dry bread crumbs 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 C. freshly shredded ParmigianoReggiano cheese 2 tbsps olive oil

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it 2 tbsps of olive oil Stir in the mushrooms, onion, and garlic, salt, pepper and oregano. Cook them for 12 min. 2. Place the mushroom mix aside to lose it. Chop the cooked mushroom. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the chopped mushroom mix with oats and bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Add the cheese and eggs then combine them well. Place it aside for 15 min. 4. Shape the mix into 6 burger patties. Place them aside. 5. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the olive oil in it. Cook in it the burger patties for 7 min on each side. 6. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 7. Enjoy.

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Parmigianino Oregano Burgers

Hollywood Burgers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 397.5 Fat 10.6g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 1078.0mg Carbohydrates 58.8g Protein 117.1g

Ingredients 2 tbsps olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1/2 small yellow bell pepper, chopped 1 (15 1/2 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 c. cooked) 3/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper 1/4 C. wheat gluten flour 4 burger rolls

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add 1 tbsp oil in it. Stir in the onion pepper and cook them for 6 min. Place the mix aside to lose heat. 2. Get a food processor: Add the onion mix with chickpeas, salt, and pepper. Process them until they become smooth. Stir in the flour and combine them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it 1 tbsp of olive oil Add the burgers and cook them for 6 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Hollywood Burgers

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FETA SPINACH

Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 331 kcal Fat 16.3 g Carbohydrates 17g Protein 28.7 g Cholesterol 123 mg Sodium 583 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs ground turkey 1 1/2 C. fresh bread crumbs 1 1/2 C. chopped baby spinach 1/2 C. light Greek dressing 5 oz. feta cheese, cubed

1/4 large onion, finely chopped 1 egg Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 8 burger cakes. Grill them for 8 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Feta Spinach Burgers

Bell Artichoke Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 299.1 Fat 4.0g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 673.8mg Carbohydrates 55.4g Protein 112.3g

Ingredients 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 1 small onion, chopped 6 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 C. red bell pepper, chopped 1/3 C. Kalamata olive, chopped 1 (8 ounce) jars marinated artichokes, drained and chopped

2 C. spinach, chopped (fresh) 1/2 C. oats 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/2 C. breadcrumbs

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the beans, onion, and garlic. Press them with a fork and mash them for a bit. Stir in the remaining ingredients and mix them well. 2. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. Place a large skillet on medium heat and grease it. Cook in it the burgers for 6 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

Bell Artichoke Burgers

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CHEESY

Avocado Burgers

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 296 kcal Fat 20.9 g Carbohydrates 3.1g Protein < 22.9 g Cholesterol 95 mg Sodium 524 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground lamb 1 tbsp soy sauce 1/3 C. chopped onion Salt and ground black pepper to taste 1/8 C. avocado oil

1/3 C. crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the lamb, soy sauce, and onion, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the oil in it. Add the burger cakes and cook them for 7 min on each face. Top them with the feta cheese and cook them until it melts. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Cheesy Avocado Burgers

Red Pecans Burgers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 190.1 Fat 10.2g Cholesterol 31.0mg Sodium 1210.4mg Carbohydrates 20.4g Protein 5.4g

Ingredients 1 C. water 1/2 C. red quinoa 1 tbsp oil (of your choice) 1 C. onion, diced 2 C. mushrooms, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper

1 egg 3 tbsps cornstarch 1/2 C. whole pecans, toasted and finely chopped 1 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce 2/3 C. gluten-free fat-free cheddar cheese 1/3 C. gluten-free quick-cooking rolled oats

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven on 350 F. 2. Place a saucepan on medium heat. Stir in the quinoa and cook it until it starts boiling. Lower the heat and put on the lid. Cook them for 16 min. 3. Turn off the heat and place the quinoa aside to rest for 8 min. Mix it gently with a fork. 4. Lay the pecans on a lined up baking sheet. Cook it in the oven for 8 min. 5. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add oil and heat it. Stir in the onion and cook it for 4 min. Stir in the mushrooms, garlic, and spices. Cook them for 6 min. 6. Place the onion mix aside to lose heat. Get a mixing bowl: Add the egg and mix it well. Stir in the quinoa, mushroom and the rest of the ingredients. 7. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. Place the burgers on a lined up baking sheet. Cook them in the oven for 32 min. assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 8. Enjoy.

Red Pecans Burgers

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MONTEREY

Ketchup Burgers

Prep Time: 7 mins Total Time: 14 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 418 kcal Fat 18.8 g Carbohydrates 52.8g Protein 113.8 g Cholesterol 28 mg Sodium 1720 mg

Ingredients 1 eggplant, peeled and sliced into 3/4 inch rounds 1 tbsp margarine 6 slices Monterey Jack cheese 6 hamburger buns split 6 leaves lettuce 6 slices tomato

1/2 onion, sliced 1/2 C. dill pickle slices 1 (20 oz.) bottle ketchup 3 tbsps mayonnaise 2 tbsps prepared yellow mustard

Directions 1. Lay the eggplant slices in a heatproof shallow dish. Microwave it on the highest setting for 6 min. 2. Place the large skillet on medium heat. Add the margarine and cook it until it melts. Add the cooked eggplant slices and cook them for 2 to 3 min. 3. Flip them and top each one with a slice of cheese then cook them for 2 min. Transfer each eggplant slice to a burger bun then top it with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles, and dress with ketchup, mayonnaise and mustard. 4. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Monterey Ketchup Burgers

Nuts

Burger

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 444.2 Fat 31.4g Cholesterol 40.0mg Sodium 781.2mg Carbohydrates 32.9g Protein 113.4g

Ingredients 1 C. chopped onion 2 tbsps minced garlic 1 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsps chopped fresh basil or 2 tsp dried basil 2 C. cooked brown rice 1/3 C. cashews

1/3 C. walnuts 1/3 C. almonds 1/3 C. sunflower seeds 1/4 C. tamari soy sauce 2/3 C. tahini

Directions 1. Place a skillet on medium heat. Heat half tbsp of oil in it. Add the onion and cook it for 4 min. Stir in the basil with rice and mix them well. 2. Get a food processor! Add the sunflower seeds with cashews, walnuts and almonds. Process them until they become finely chopped. 3. Spoon the chopped nuts to the rice with tamari and tahini. Mix them well. Form the mix into 6 burgers. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it half tbsp of oil Add the burgers and cook them for 6 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

Nuts Burger

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ELIZABETH’S

Favorite

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 272 kcal Fat 17.7 g Carbohydrates 3.7g Protein 23.5 g Cholesterol 124 mg Sodium 222 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1/2 onion, finely chopped 1 egg, beaten 1 tsp hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco(TM)) 1 tbsp dry bread crumbs 1 tsp paprika

1 tsp dried parsley Salt and pepper to taste 1/3 C. shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1/2 fresh red chili pepper, finely chopped 4 slices pickled jalapeno pepper, finely chopped

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 350 F. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the beef, onion, egg, hot pepper sauce, and bread crumbs, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix them well. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the cheese, red chili pepper, and jalapeno pepper. Mix them well to make the stuffing. 4. Shape the mix into 4 burger cakes then press them flat. Place the cheese mix in the middle of each patty and pull the meat mix around it to cover it. 5. Press the burger patties slightly. Place them on a lined up baking sheet. Cook it in the oven for 11 min. Flip the patties and cook them for another 11 min. 6. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 7. Enjoy.

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Elizabeth’s Favorite

Chili Corn Burgers

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 21 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 124.7 Fat 1.0g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 586.3mg Carbohydrates 25.8g Protein 5.0g

Ingredients 1 carrot, sliced 1 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans 2 C. store-brand fresh salsa 1 C. crushed corn flakes 1/2 C. whole wheat flour

1/2 tsp fresh pepper Salt 1 pinch chili powder

Directions 1. Fill 1/4 inch of a bowl with water. Add the carrot. Cook it in the microwave for 3 min. discard the water. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the beans with carrot. Press them with a fork until they become finely mashed. Add the salsa with corn flakes, flour, salt, chili powder and pepper. Mix them well. 3. Shape the mix into 8 burgers. Grease a skillet and put it on medium heat. Add the burgers and cook them for 9 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Chili Corn Burgers

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CRUNCHY

Colby Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 1261 kcal Fat 75.9 g Carbohydrates 168.1g Protein 274.4 g Cholesterol 1239 mg Sodium 81897 mg

Ingredients 6 slices turkey bacon 1 tbsp bacon drippings 1 lb ground beef 1 C. dry bread crumbs 1 tbsp red pepper flakes 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper 1/2 C. shredded Colby-Jack cheese, or more to taste

Cooking spray 2 slices Colby-Jack cheese (optional) 2 thin tomato slices 2 slices avocado 2 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill on 300 F. 2. Cook the bacon for 8 min until it becomes slightly crisp. Drain it and place it aside. Reserve 1 tbsp of grease. 3. Get a large mixing bowl: add the beef, bread crumbs, red pepper flakes, black pepper, salt, and bacon grease. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 thin burger patties. 4. Sprinkle the Colby cheese and with jack cheese in the middle of 2 burgers. Cover them with the remaining 2 burgers then press their edges to seal them. Freeze them for 12 min. 5. Transfer the stuffed burger patties into the grill then put on the lid. Cook the burger patties for 12 min. Flip them and place 3 bacon slices on each burger. Cook them for another 10 min. 6. Lay the cheese slices on top followed by the tomato slices and avocados then cook them for 2 min. serve your burgers right away. 7. Enjoy.

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Crunchy Colby Burgers

Saucy

Vegan Burger

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 11 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 202.6 Fat 4.6g Cholesterol 3.5mg Sodium 1395.0mg Carbohydrates 25.6g Protein 12.7g

Ingredients 1/2 C. chili sauce 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1/4 tsp dried thyme, crushed 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 2 frozen veggie burgers (3.2 oz. each) 1/4 tsp dried garlic

1/4 tsp ground black pepper Lettuce leaf Red onion, slices Fresh chives, snipped

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 2. Get a small saucepan: Add the chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme and red pepper. 3. Mix them well and bring them to a boil to make the sauce. Lower the heat and cook the sauce for 4 min. 4. Place the burgers on the grill and cook them for 3 min on each side. Season the burgers with black pepper and garlic on both sides. Cook them for 2 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

Saucy Vegan Burger

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BASIL

Sirloin Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 350 kcal Fat 23.9 g Carbohydrates 0.8g Protein < 30.3 g Cholesterol 108 mg Sodium 348 mg

Ingredients 1 lb ground sirloin, or extra lean beef 1 tbsp minced garlic 1/8 tsp onion powder 1 (4 oz.) container crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

1/4 C. fresh basil leaves, chopped Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients and mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 thick burger cakes. Grill them for 6 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

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Basil Sirloin Burgers

Farmer's

Market Burger

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 281.4 Fat 14.9g Cholesterol 27.6mg Sodium 375.0mg Carbohydrates 33.6g Protein 16.2g

Ingredients 2 whole eggplants, peeled, diced into 1-inch cubes 1 tbsp butter 2 -3 scallions, chopped fine 1 tbsp parsley, minced 1 C. shredded cheddar cheese

1 C. breadcrumbs 3/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper 1 tsp garlic, minced 1/4 tsp salt 3 tbsps olive oil

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add 1 tbsp of butter and cook it until it melts. Add the eggplant dices and cook them for 8 min on each side. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the cooked eggplant with the scallions, parsley, cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Combine them well. Place the mix in the fridge for 35 min. 3. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Cook in it the burgers for 6 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Farmer's Market Burger

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TROPICAL

Pineapple Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 1025 kcal Fat 62.8 g Carbohydrates 59.5g Protein 152.1 g Cholesterol 195 mg Sodium 1581 mg

Ingredients 3 lbs ground beef 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 yellow onion, minced 1/2 C. shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 1/4 C. barbeque sauce 8 slices turkey bacon 1 lb Cheddar cheese, sliced

1/4 C. butter 8 Kaiser Rolls split 8 pineapple slices 1 (6 oz.) can French-fried onions

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add beef, garlic, onions, Monterey Jack cheese, and the barbecue sauce mix them well. Shape the mix into 8 thick burger cakes. 3. Surround each patty with a bacon slice. Cover them with a plastic wrap. Place them in the fridge for 1 h. Grill them for 8 min on each side. 4. Top the burgers with cheddar cheese slices while they are hot. Spread the butter in the middle of the rolls. Grill them with the butter side facing down for 1 min. 5. Grill the pineapple slices for 1 min on each side. Lay the fried onion in the burger rolls followed by the pineapple and beef patties. 6. Serve your burgers right away. 7. Enjoy.

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Tropical Pineapple Burgers

Old Bay

Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 57.4 Fat 1.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 394.6mg Carbohydrates 8.7g Protein 2.8g

Ingredients 1 C. textured vegetable protein 1/4 C. quick-cooking rolled oats (not instant) 2 1/2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp mustard powder 3/4 C. water (almost boiling) 2 tbsps ketchup

2 tbsps soy sauce (or tamari or Bragg's) 1 tbsp tahini (or any other nut or seed butter) 2 tbsps nutritional yeast (flake kind, NOT powdered) 1/4 C. whole wheat pastry flour

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the oats, TVP, Old Bay, pepper and mustard. Mix them well. Add the water with soy sauce and ketchup. Whisk them well. Place the mix aside for 6 min. 2. Stir in the tahini. Add the nutritional yeast and whole-wheat pastry flour. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat 2 1/2 tbsps of olive oil in it. Add the burgers and cook them for 8 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Old Bay Burgers

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OREGANO

Ketchup Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 534 kcal Fat 29.3 g Carbohydrates 29.7g Protein 136.5 g Cholesterol 141 mg Sodium 1048 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs ground beef 1 C. chopped onion 1 egg, beaten 1/2 C. ketchup 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 3/4 C. shredded Cheddar cheese 6 hamburger buns

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven broiler. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the beef, cheddar cheese, onion, egg and ketchup. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and Worcestershire sauce mix them well. 3. Shape the mix into 6 thick burger cakes. Cook the burgers in the oven broiler for 8 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Oregano Ketchup Burgers

Chipotle

Cannellini Burgers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 427.6 Fat 18.5g Cholesterol 255.0mg Sodium 1761.7mg Carbohydrates 48.8g Protein 116.2g

Ingredients 2 C. cooked red quinoa 1 C. cannellini beans, mashed 1/2 C. panko breadcrumbs 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 garlic clove, grated 1 tsp dried chipotle powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper

3/4 C. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 3 tbsps olive oil 4 your favorite hamburger buns

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the quinoa, mashed cannellini beans, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, chipotle chili powder, salt and pepper. Combine them well. Add the cheese and combine them well. 2. Shape the mix into 5 cakes and refrigerate it for 5 min. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in it. Add the cakes and cook them for 6 min on each side. Place a slice of cheese of cheese on each cake. 4. Put on the lid and cook them for 2 min until the cheese melts. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Chipotle Cannellini Burgers

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BEAST

Burger

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 437 kcal Fat 27.7 g Carbohydrates 9g Protein 36.1 g Cholesterol 158 mg Sodium 5863 mg

Ingredients 3 lbs lean ground beef 1/2 medium potato, shredded 1 tbsp minced garlic 12 oz. crumbled blue cheese 2 tsps seasoned salt, or to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/2 medium onion, chopped

1/4 C. Worcestershire sauce 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 C. dry bread crumbs

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 350 F. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients and mix them well. Shape the mix into 10 thick burger cakes. Cook them in the grill for 6 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

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Beast Burger

Parmesan

Kernels Burger

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 313.3 Fat 18.5g Cholesterol 252.0mg Sodium 1338.7mg Carbohydrates 27.1g Protein 11.2g

Ingredients 2 ounces olive oil 3 tbsps diced red onions 2 tbsps diced black olives 2 tbsps diced red bell peppers 1/2 potato, boiled 3 tbsps sweet whole kernel corn 1 tsp diced jalapeno 1 1/2 tbsps diced garlic 4 ounces black beans, drained 4 ounces kidney beans, drained 4 ounces white beans, drained

1/2 tsp chili powder 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley leaves 1 tsp red chili pepper flakes 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp celery salt 1/4 tsp ground sage 2 tbsps seasoned bread crumbs 1/4 C. grated parmesan cheese 1 egg

Directions 1. Bring a salted pot of water to a boil. Add the potato and cook it until it becomes soft. Place it aside to lose heat. 2. Place a large skillet. Add 1 ounce of oil and cook in it the onion with bell peppers and jalapeno. Cook them for 5 min. Place the mix aside to lose heat. 3. Stir in half of the cooked potato with black, kidney and white beans. Mix them well. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. Place them in the fridge for 5 min. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the burgers and cook them for 4 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Parmesan Kernels Burger

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CHEESY ITALIAN

Pizza Burger

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 16 Calories 322 kcal Fat 19.1 g Carbohydrates 18.6g Protein 18.9 g Cholesterol 66 mg Sodium 953 mg

Ingredients 2 lbs ground beef 1 (12 oz.) container fully cooked luncheon meat (e.g. Spam), cubed, optional 12 oz. processed cheese food, cubed 2 small onions, chopped 1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed tomato soup

1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste 1/2 tsp garlic salt 1 1/2 tsps dried oregano 8 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 350 F. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the beef and cook it for 12 min. discard the fat. 3. Get a food processor: Add the luncheon meat, cheese and onion combine them until they become chopped. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Add the chopped onion mix with beef, tomato soup, tomato paste, garlic salt, and oregano. Mix them well. 5. Spoon the beef mix into the burger buns. Place them on a lined up baking sheet. Cook them in the oven for 1 min. Serve your burgers warm right away. 6. Enjoy.

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Cheesy Italian Pizza Burger

Balsamic

Mayo Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 375 kcal Fat 22.5 g Carbohydrates 337.8g Protein 7.1 g Cholesterol 21 mg Sodium 2459 mg

Ingredients 4 large Portobello mushroom caps 1/2 C. soy sauce 1/2 C. balsamic vinegar 4 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste 1 large red bell pepper

1 C. reduced-fat mayonnaise 1 tbsp cayenne pepper, or to taste 4 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Get a zip lock bag: Add the mushroom with soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and garlic. Shake the bag roughly to coat the ingredients. Place it aside for 2 h 30 min. 2. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 3. Cook the bell pepper for 6 min on each side. Drain the mushroom caps from the marinade and cook them for 7 min on each side. 4. Transfer the bell pepper to a zip lock bag and seal it and place them aside for 5 min sweat. Peel the bell peppers and chop them. 5. Get a mixing bowl: Add the roasted bell pepper with mayo and cayenne pepper. Mix them well. Place it in the fridge until ready to serve. 6. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 7. Enjoy.

Balsamic Mayo Burgers

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ITALIAN

Balsamic Mushroom Burger

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 778 kcal Fat 43.5 g Carbohydrates 41.1g Protein 53.7 g Cholesterol 232 mg Sodium 1386 mg

Ingredients 8 slices turkey bacon 1/2 white onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, or to taste 5 fresh mushrooms, chopped 1/2 lb ground beef 1/2 C. dry bread crumbs 1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 1/2 tbsps grated Parmesan cheese 1 egg Salt and pepper to taste 1 malted wheat hamburger bun, split in half 2 slices tomato 2 slices Swiss cheese

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 375 F. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the bacon and cook it until it becomes crunchy. Drain it and place it aside. 3. Add the garlic with onion to the bacon grease in the skillet. Cook them for 4 min on medium heat. Stir in the balsamic vinegar then cook them for 1 min. 4. Stir in the mushroom and cook them for 4 min. turn off the heat. Chop the 4 cooked bacon strips. 5. Get a mixing bowl: Add the chopped bacon, ground beef, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, mushroom mix and egg, salt and pepper. Combine them well. 6. Shape the mix into 2 burgers. Place the burgers on the bottom sandwich buns then top them with tomato, 2 strips of the bacon and one slice of Swiss cheese. 7. Cover the burgers with the upper buns. Serve your burgers right away. 8. Enjoy.

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Italian Balsamic Mushroom Burger

Sea

Lentils Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 248.8 Fat 2.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 240.7mg Carbohydrates 47.4g Protein 110.4g

Ingredients 1 C. lentils (dry measure) 1 onion, diced 3 carrots, grated 3/4 C. whole grain flour (approx.) 1 pinch sea salt 1 tsp coriander

1 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 pinch black pepper 1 -2 tsp olive oil

Directions 1. Bring a salted pot of water to a boil. Add the lentils and cook it until it is done. Drain it. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the carrot with onion and lentils then press them slightly with a fork to mash them a bit. Add the flour with seasoning, salt and pepper then mix them well. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the olive oil and heat it. Shape the lentils mix into 3 burgers. Cook them in the heated skillet for 9 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Sea Lentils Burgers

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BIRDIE

Burgers

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 479 kcal Fat 27.2 g Carbohydrates 25.2g Protein 31.5 g Cholesterol 96 mg Sodium 467 mg

Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef 1 C. Birds Eye(R) Recipe Ready Chopped Onions & Garlic 6 slices Cheddar cheese

6 hamburger buns Lettuce leaves

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the beef and Recipe Ready Chopped Onions, Garlic, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Form them into 6 burgers. 3. Cook them in the grill for 7 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with cheddar cheese slices and lettuce leaves. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

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Birdie Burgers

Tamari

Burger Casserole

Prep Time: 40 mins Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 258.2 Fat 9.7g Cholesterol 3.8mg Sodium 907.3mg Carbohydrates 33.1g Protein 110.9g

Ingredients 2 tbsps olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped 1 large carrot, chopped 4 ounces white mushrooms, chopped 1 tbsp tomato paste 2 tbsps tamari or 2 tbsps other soy sauce 1 C. of basic vegetable broth 1 tsp minced fresh thyme 1 tsp minced fresh marjoram Salt & fresh ground pepper

1 tbsp cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tbsps water 3 frozen veggie burgers, thawed and crumbled 1/2 C. frozen green pea 1/4 C. ground walnuts 3 C. mashed potatoes (try a mix of Yukon and sweet potatoes or squash & parsnips) 1/4 tsp paprika

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 375 F. Grease a casserole dish. Place it aside. 2. Place a lire skillet on medium heat. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil. Stir in the carrot with onion. Put on the lid and cook them for 6 min. Stir in the mushroom. Cook them for 4 min. 3. Add the tomato paste, tamari, veggie stock, thyme, marjoram, cornstarch mix, salt and pepper. Simmer them for 2 min. Fold in the burgers with walnuts and peas, seasonings, salt and pepper. 4. Lay the burger mix in the casserole. Lay on it the potato then top it with paprika and the rest of the olive oil. 5. Cook the burger casserole in the oven for 34 min. serve your burger casserole right away. 6. Enjoy.

Tamari Burger Casserole

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CRUNCHY

and Juicy Noodles Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 3 Calories 742 kcal Fat 55.7 g Carbohydrates 13.4g Protein 45.9 g Cholesterol 417 mg Sodium 11816 mg

Ingredients 2 (3 oz.) packages instant ramen noodles, flavor packet discarded 2 large eggs Salt and ground black pepper to taste 3/4 lb lean ground beef 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 3 tbsps vegetable oil, divided 3 slices American cheese

1/4 C. ketchup 2 tbsps chili-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha) 1 1/2 C. arugula 3 large eggs

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Fill half pot with water and cook it until it starts boiling. Add the ramen and cook it for 2 to 3 min until it become tender. Drain it and pace it aside. Get a mixing bowl: Add the eggs with salt and pepper. Beat them well. Fold in the noodles. Spoon the noodles into the 6 greased ramekins that are the size of burgers. 5. Place a piece of plastic on top then press them tightly to flatten them. 6. Place them in the fridge for 25 min to make the burger buns. 7. Get a mixing bowl: Add the beef, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Combine them well. Shape the mix into 3 burgers. 8. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in it. 9. Add the refrigerated ramen buns and cook them for 4 min on each side until they become somewhat crunchy. 10. Drain the noodles buns and place them aside. 11. Heat another tbsp of oil in the same skillet. 12. Add the beef burgers and cook them for 8 min on each side. 78

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13. Place a slice of cheese on each burger then cook it for 2. 14. Get a small mixing bowl: Add the ketchup and chili-garlic sauce. Combine them well. 15. Heat 1 tsp of oil in a large skillet. Cook in the 3 eggs. Season them with some salt and pepper. Spread the ketchup sauce in the inside of each ramen buns. 16. Top 2 ramen buns with arugula followed by the beef patties and fried eggs then cover them with the other 2 ramen buns. Serve your burgers right away. Enjoy.

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BABY

Cheddar Burger

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 624.1 Fat 16.9g Cholesterol 242.0mg Sodium 1702.9mg Carbohydrates 95.0g Protein 326.2g

Ingredients 1 kg potato, peeled 200 g of grated cheddar cheese 800 g frozen mixed vegetables (or fresh if you prefer)

1 Spanish onion 250 g golden breadcrumbs Salt and pepper

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 400 F. Grease an oven proof grilling pan. 2. Bring a salted pot of water to a boil. Add the potato and cook it until it becomes soft. Place it aside to lose heat then mash it. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the mashed potato with onion, cheese, mixed veggies, salt and pepper. Divide the mix into 5 portions. Ask your kids to add mix them with their hands. 4. Shape them into burgers. Place a grill pan on medium heat. Place the burgers on the pan. Cook them in the oven for 20 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with yours ad your kids' favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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Baby Cheddar Burger

Rolled

Kidney Bean Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 27 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 301.9 Fat 3.1g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 745.2mg Carbohydrates 55.2g Protein 114.6g

Ingredients 2 C. red kidney beans, drained, rinsed (from 19-oz can) 1/2 C. uncooked rolled oats 1/2 C. chopped fresh mushrooms 1/4 C. chopped onion 1 small carrot, shredded 1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced 2 tbsps ketchup 3/4 tsp salt 4 lettuce leaves 4 slices tomatoes 4 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven broiler. 2. Get a food processor: Add the beans, oats, mushrooms, onion, carrot, bell pepper, garlic, ketchup and salt. Mix them well until they become chopped. Form the mix into 4 burgers. 3. Grease a baking sheet. Place the burgers on it. Cook it in the oven broiler for 7 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers starting with a bun, lettuce, tomato, burger, ketchup and bun. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Rolled Kidney Bean Burgers

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JALAPENO

Fritos Burger

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 681 kcal Fat 40.3 g Carbohydrates 27.3g Protein 49.3 g Cholesterol 196 mg Sodium 936 mg

Ingredients 5 fresh jalapeno peppers 4 lbs ground beef Salt and pepper to taste 1 egg 1/4 C. steak sauce, (e.g. Heinz 57) 1/4 C. minced white onion 1 tsp hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco(TM))

1 pinch dried oregano 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp garlic salt 1/4 C. crushed Fritos(R) corn chips 8 large potato hamburger buns 8 slices pepper jack cheese

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Grill the jalapeno peppers for 3 to 4 min on each side. Wrap them in a piece of plastic and place them aside to sweat. Discard the flaky skin and seeds the chop them. 3. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the jalapenos, ground beef, salt, pepper, egg, steak sauce, onion, hot pepper sauce, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and Fritos. Mix them well. 4. Shape the mix into 8 burgers. Grill the burgers for 7 to 8 min on each side. Place the burgers in the buns with cheese slices while they are hot. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Jalapeno Fritos Burger

White

Steak Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 54.5 Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 65.6mg Carbohydrates 9.1g Protein 4.4g

Ingredients 1 lb. fresh mushrooms, about 6 C. chopped finely 1 large onion, minced 2 slices white bread, finely diced 2 tbsps steak sauce

2 egg whites or 1 egg Salt Ground black pepper

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Grease it with oil or cooking spray. Add the onion with mushroom and sauté them for 6 min. Add the bread dices with steak sauce. Sauté them for 1 min 2. Turn off the heat. Place the mix aside to lose heat. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the eggs and mix them well. Add the onion mix with salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it a splash of oil. Add the burgers and cook them for 8 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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GRILLED

Mozzarella Burger

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 561 kcal Fat 31.6 g Carbohydrates 25.4g Protein 40.6 g Cholesterol 132 mg Sodium 485 mg

Ingredients 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 4 thick slices tomato 1 1/3 lbs lean ground beef 1 tbsp tomato paste 1/4 C. chopped fresh basil 1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese

1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 tsp black pepper 4 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 4 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a small mixing bowl: Add the balsamic vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk them well. Toss it with the tomato slices. Place them aside. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the beef, tomato paste, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Combine them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 4. Grill the burgers for 6 min on each side. Place the mozzarella cheese slices on the burgers while they are hot and let them rest until the cheese melts slightly. Top them with tomato mix. 5. Serve your burgers right away. 6. Enjoy.

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Grilled Mozzarella Burger

Chili

Romano Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 110.3 Fat 2.1g Cholesterol 46.5mg Sodium 1694.2mg Carbohydrates 18.1g Protein 4.9g

Ingredients 1 (19 ounce) cans Romano beans, drained 1 egg 1/2 C. dry breadcrumbs

1/4 C. chili sauce 1 green onion, chopped

Directions 1. Add the 3/4 of the black bean then press it with a potato masher or fork until it becomes well mashed. Add the rest of the ingredients. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burger cakes. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Cook the burgers for 7 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

Chili Romano Burgers

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GRILLED

Cottage Sandwich

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 278.4 Fat 18.5g Cholesterol 83.0mg Sodium 206.8mg Carbohydrates 1.2g Protein 24.9g

Ingredients 1 C. cottage cheese (I use no or low fat) 1/2 tsp seasoning salt 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 1/2 lbs ground beef

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients and mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. Grill them for 7 min one each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Grilled Cottage Sandwich

Braggs'

Oat Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 143.3 Fat 4.8g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 13.0mg Carbohydrates 18.9g Protein 7.4g

Ingredients 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 C. onion, finely chopped 1/4 C. grated carrot 1/4 C. celery, finely chopped 1/4 C. grated zucchini or 1/4 C. summer squash 1 C. cooked brown rice 1 1/2 C. quick oats 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp cumin powder

1/8 tsp cayenne powder 1 tbsp nutritional yeast flakes 1 (12 1/3 ounce) packages firm tofu or 1 (12 1/3 ounce) packages extra firm tofu 1 tsp all-purpose vegetable 1/2 C. water 2 tbsps Braggs liquid aminos or 2 tbsps soy sauce Breadcrumbs, for coating the patties

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven on 375 F. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the olive oil in it. Add the onion, carrot, celery and zucchini then cook them for 5 min. Turn off the heat. 3. Stir in the rice, oats and seasonings. Combine them well. Stir in the tofu and press it with a fork until it becomes finely mashed. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Add the water with aminos. Mix them well. Add the tofu mix and combine them well. Shape the mix into 8 burger cakes. Coat them with the bread crumbs. 5. Place the burgers on a lined up baking sheet. Cook them in the oven for 16 min. Flip them and grease them with a cooking spray. Cook them for 22 min. Let them rest for 6 min. 6. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 7. Enjoy.

Braggs' Oat Burgers

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DREAMY

Cheesy Burger

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 466.0 Fat 24.7g Cholesterol 102.9mg Sodium 623.8mg Carbohydrates 25.4g Protein 32.8g

Ingredients 2 lbs ground beef 1 (1 oz.) package spring vegetable soup mix, like Knorr 1/2 C. minced red onion 1 1/4 C. shredded four cheese blends 6 hamburger buns split

Shredded lettuce Sliced tomatoes Pimento stuffed olive

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the beef, soup mix, red onion and 1/2 C. cheese. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 burgers. 3. Grill the patties for 8 min on each side. Place 2 tbsps of cheese on top of each burger then cook them for 2 min until the cheese melts. 4. Assemble your burgers with lettuce and tomato slices. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Dreamy Cheesy Burger

Peanut Butter Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 93.4 Fat 2.8g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 608.6mg Carbohydrates 13.7g Protein 5.1g

Ingredients 1 C. textured vegetable protein 1/4 C. quick-cooking rolled oats 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp dried basil, flakes 1/2 tsp dried parsley flakes 1/2 tsp onion, granules 1/2 tsp garlic granules 1/4 tsp mustard powder 3/4 C. water (almost-boiling) 2 tbsps organic ketchup

2 tbsps soy sauce (or tamari or Bragg's) 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter (can also use tahini or any other nut or seed butter) 1/4 C. whole wheat pastry flour 1 tbsp nutritional yeast

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the water with oregano, basil, parsley flakes, onion, garlic granules, and mustard powder, oats and TVP chunks. Combine them well. 2. Stir in the ketchup and soy sauce. Mix them well. Fold in the nut butter with wholewheat pastry flour and nutritional yeast. Combine them well. Shape the mix into 4 burger cakes. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat in it a splash of oil. Add the burgers and cook them for 7 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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BARBECUE

Oat Burgers

Prep Time: 24 hrs Total Time: 24 hrs 12 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 219.7 Fat 13.1g Cholesterol 63.3mg Sodium 231.1mg Carbohydrates 9.0g Protein 16.0g

Ingredients 3 onions, chopped 2 tbsps minced fresh garlic 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste) 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano 3 -5 tbsps olive oil 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey (use white and dark) 1/4 C. favorite barbecue sauce 3 tbsps quick-cooking oats

1/2 C. grated cheddar cheese or 1/2 C. mozzarella cheese, packed 1/3 C. grated parmesan cheese 3 tbsps milk (or use half and half cream) 2 tsps seasoning salt 1 tsp black pepper (add in more if desired) 1/3 C. dried breadcrumbs (you will most likely need more)

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the oil in it. Add the onions with cayenne, oregano and basil. Cook them for 6 min. add the garlic and cook them for 1 min. 2. Place the mix in a mixing bowl and place it aside to lose heat. Add the turkey, BBQ sauce, oats, shredded cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, seasoning salt, pepper. Mix them well. 3. Stir in 1/3 C. dried bread crumbs and mix them again. Add some milk if the mix is too dry. Shape the mix into 9 burgers. And wrap them in a piece of foil. Refrigerate them for 8 h. 4. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 5. Grill the burgers for 7 min on each side. Assemble with your favorite toppings. Serve your burgers right away. Enjoy.

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Barbecue Oat Burgers

Hot Chili

Braggs Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 219.3 Fat 12.9g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 74.4mg Carbohydrates 19.1g Protein 9.9g

Ingredients 1/4 C. onion, grated 1/4 C. bell pepper, grated 1 1/2 C. cooked lentils 1/2 C. flax seed, ground 1/2 C. almonds 2 tbsps shredded carrots 2 tbsps shredded celery 1 fresh jalapenos 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tbsps fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp olive oil 1 tsp Braggs liquid aminos 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp curry powder 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper 1/4 tsp ground red pepper

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven on 350 F. 2. Press the bell pepper and onion in a fine masher. Press them to remove the water coming out from them. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the 3/4 of the lentils then press it with a potato masher or fork until it becomes well mashed. 4. Add the onion and pepper mix with the rest of the ingredients. Mix them well. Place the mix aside for 1 h with the lid on. Shape the mix into 6 patties. 5. Place the patties on a lined up baking sheet. Cook them in the oven for 8 min on each side. 6. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 7. Enjoy.

Hot Chili Braggs Burgers

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YOSHIDA

Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 464.1 Fat 27.0g Cholesterol 98.3mg Sodium 821.7mg Carbohydrates 22.0g Protein 31.2g

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1/2 C. Yoshida gourmet sauce 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper

4 oz. blue cheese 4 hamburger buns

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Combine the beef with gourmet sauce, salt, and pepper well. Shape the mix into 8 thin burgers. Place the oz. of blue cheese on 4 patties. 3. Cover them with the other 4 patties and pinch the edges to seal the edges. Cook them on the grill for 8 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve your burgers right away. 5. Enjoy.

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Yoshida Burgers

Latin

Prep Time: 10 mins

Salsa Burgers

Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 303.8 Fat 1.9g Cholesterol 52.8mg Sodium 1118.0mg Carbohydrates 59.0g Protein 111.9g

Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed & drained 1 C. rice, cooked 1/4 C. onion, finely chopped

2 tbsps salsa 1 egg, beaten

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the black bean then press it with a potato masher or fork until it becomes well mashed. Add the rest of the ingredients. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burger cakes. 2. Place a skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat. Add the burger cakes and cook them for 6 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

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WORCESTERSHIRE

Pastrami Burger

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 843.6 Fat 46.8g Cholesterol 208.0mg Sodium 2033.1mg Carbohydrates 40.2g Protein 63.4g

Ingredients 1 3/4 lbs ground chuck 1 egg (optional) 2 tsps Worcestershire sauce 4 hamburger buns 4 slices pastrami 4 slices mozzarella cheese 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper Mustard (optional)

Ketchup (optional) Mayonnaise (optional) 4 lettuce leaves 4 tomatoes, slices 4 onions, slices 4 pickles, slices

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. Toast the burger buns and place them aside. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the chuck with egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Combine them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 3. Grill the burgers for 7 min on each side. Lay the pastrami on the burgers buns then top it with burgers, cheese and veggies slices. Serve your burgers right away. 4. Enjoy.

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Worcestershire Pastrami Burger

Quaker

Corn Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 27 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 112.2 Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 205.1mg Carbohydrates 22.0g Protein 5.2g

Ingredients 1 C. cooked pureed white beans, including some liquid or 1 C. beans, of your choice 1 C. cooked brown rice 1/2 C. uncooked Quaker multigrain cereal (or oats) 1 C. cornbread stuffing mix

1 tbsp parsley 1/2 C. chopped onion 1 tbsp soy sauce

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the all the ingredients. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 2 burger cakes. 2. Place a skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat. Add the burger cakes and cook them for 5 min on each side. 3. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 4. Enjoy.

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CLASSICAL

London Sirloin Burger

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 22 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 341.8 Fat 23.8g Cholesterol 97.5mg Sodium 449.3mg Carbohydrates 3.6g Protein 26.5g

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1/4 C. Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce 1/2 C. sharp aged cheddar cheese, shredded

1/4 C. chopped slightly crisp cooked turkey bacon

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the all the ingredients. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 3 4 burgers. 3. Grill them for 6 to 8 min on each side. Serve your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Classical London Sirloin Burger

Jack's

Hickory Jalapeno Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 281.4 Fat 3.8g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 776.5mg Carbohydrates 52.5g Protein 110.4g

Ingredients 4 tbsps hickory barbecue sauce 1 tbsp molasses 1 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained 2 C. cooked brown rice 1 tbsp oat bran 2 tbsps onions, finely chopped 1 tbsp finely chopped canned beets 1 tsp beet juice 1 tsp chili powder

1/4 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tbsp pickled jalapeno pepper, chopped 1 egg white, add more if needed (to bind) 2 tsp olive oil 4 slices Monterey jack cheese (optional)

Directions 1. Get a small mixing bowl: Add the barbecue sauce and molasses. Mix them gently. Place the bowl aside. 2. Add the black bean then press it with a potato masher or fork until it becomes well mashed. Add the 3 tbsps of the molasses mix. Combine them well. Add the rice with oat bran, onion, canned beet and juice, chili powder, cumin jalapeno, egg white, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 cakes. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the oil in it. Add the burger cakes and cook them for 3 min. Flip the burgers then top them with the remaining molasses mix and a slice of cheese per each. 4. Cook them for 3 min. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

Jack's Hickory Jalapeno Burgers

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ORIGINAL

Pineapple Turkey Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 308.9 Fat 12.4g Cholesterol 51.7mg Sodium 1928.1mg Carbohydrates 45.5g Protein 7.4g

Ingredients 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 1/2 C. chopped fresh spinach 1 garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 C. ground turkey 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 C. crumbled goat cheese 1 tbsp A.1 Original Sauce 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper 4 slices pineapple 4 whole wheat hamburger buns 1/4 C. light mayonnaise 4 whole pieces leaf lettuce 4 slices tomatoes, 1/4 inch thick 4 slices red onions, 1/4 inch thick

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Stir in the garlic with spinach. Cook them for 4 min. Place it aside to lose heat. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the cooked spinach mix, ground turkey, egg, goat cheese, A1 sauce, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 4. Grill the burgers for 7 min on each side. Wrap them in a piece of foil and place them aside. 5. Grill the pineapple slices for 3 min on each side. Toast the buns for 2 min. Spread 1 tbsp of mayonnaise in each bun. 6. Top it with lettuce, turkey patty, grilled pineapple slice, tomato, and onion. Cover them with the upper bun. Serve your burgers right away. 7. Enjoy.

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Original Pineapple Turkey Burgers

Provolone

Caps Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 203 kcal Fat 14.6 g Carbohydrates 9.8g Protein 10.3 g Cholesterol 20 mg Sodium 259 mg

Ingredients 4 Portobello mushroom caps 1/4 C. balsamic vinegar 2 tbsps olive oil 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp minced garlic Salt and pepper to taste 4 (1 ounce) slices provolone cheese

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the vinegar, oil, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix them well to make the marinade. 3. Stir the mushroom into the marinade. Place it aside for 18 min. Drain the mushroom and place the marinade aside. 4. Cook the mushroom caps on the grill for 7 min on each side while basting them with the marinade every 2 min. Place the cheese slices on the mushroom while it is hot to melt. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. 6. Enjoy.

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PORTABELLA

Stilton Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 460.6 Fat 19.8g Cholesterol 67.8mg Sodium 843.4mg Carbohydrates 52.5g Protein 20.3g

Ingredients 2 tbsps olive oil, divided 1 large shallot, finely chopped 2 lbs portabella mushrooms, finely chopped 1/2 C. button mushroom (roughly chop) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 C. carrot, minced 1/4 bunch Italian parsley, washed,

stems removed, finely chopped 2 C. fresh breadcrumbs (about 3 slices) 1 egg 1 1/2 tbsps balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper 4 oz. Stilton cheese, crumbled (or your favorite cheese) Hamburger bun

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven on 400 F. 2. Place a small pan on medium heat. Add to it 1 tbsp of olive oil and heat it. 3. Add the shallot and cook it for 3 min. Stir in the mushrooms, garlic, carrots then cook them for 14 min. Place it aside to lose heat. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Add the parsley, bread crumbs, egg, balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper then mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 patties. 5. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add to it 1 tbsp of oil. Cook in it the patties for 2 min on each side. Transfer them a lined up baking sheet. 6. Top the patties with the crumbled cheese. Cook them for 17 min in the oven. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 7. Enjoy.

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Portabella Stilton Burgers

Barbecue

Cheddar Burgers

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 13 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 394.5 Fat 8.5g Cholesterol 42.5mg Sodium 1742.4mg Carbohydrates 61.7g Protein 217.2g

Ingredients 19 ounces black beans 1/3 C. onion, coarsely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 egg 3 tbsps barbecue sauce or 3 tbsps ketchup 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or 1 tbsp soya sauce or 1 1/2 tsp HP steak sauce 1 tsp canola oil 1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper, freshly ground 1/3 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 C. dry breadcrumbs (must be store bought to work) or 1/2 C. cracker crumb, ground in processor until very fine (must be store bought to work) 1/2 C. old cheddar cheese, shredded 6 crusty bread rolls

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 2. Drain the bean. Rinse it and drain it. 3. Get a food processor: Add the beans, onions, garlic, egg, 2 tbsp barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, oil, salt and pepper. Pulse them until they become smooth. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Add the bean mix with flour and breadcrumbs. Combine them well. Add the cheese and mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 patties. Spread the rest of the barbecue sauce on the bean patties. Place them in the grill and place the lid on. Cook them for 6 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. Enjoy.

Barbecue Cheddar Burgers

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SICILIAN

Artichoke Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 285.5 Fat 17.6g Cholesterol 111.6mg Sodium 552.7mg Carbohydrates 4.1g Protein 28.1g

Ingredients 1 lb ground turkey 1 C. feta cheese, crumbled 1/4 C. Kalamata olive, pitted and chopped 1/4 C. Sicilian olives, pitted and chopped 1/4 C. marinated artichoke hearts, chopped 2 jalapeno peppers, roasted and

chopped 2 tsps dried oregano Ground black pepper Hamburger bun

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven on 375 F. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients and mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 3. Place the burgers on a lined up baking sheet. Cook them in the oven for 10 min. Flip them and cook them for 10 min. serve your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Sicilian Artichoke Burgers

Korean

Barbecue Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 161 kcal Fat 4.7 g Carbohydrates 23.8g Protein 8.3 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 340 mg

Ingredients 1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and mashed 8 fresh basil leaves, chopped 1/4 C. oat bran 1/4 C. quick cooking oats 1 C. cooked brown rice 1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu 5 tbsps Korean barbeque sauce 1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp ground black pepper 3/4 tsp garlic powder 3/4 tsp dried sage 2 tsp vegetable oil

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the garbanzo beans and basil, oat bran, quick oats, and rice. Mix them well. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the tofu and press it with a fork until it becomes well mashed. Drain it from the excess water that comes out of it. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the barbecue sauce with tofu. Mix them well. Add the garbanzo mix with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and sage. Combine them well. Shape the mix into 8 burger cakes. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Add the burger cakes and cook them for 6 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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SOUPY

Onion Burger

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 371.8 Fat 26.1g Cholesterol 111.8mg Sodium 236.8mg Carbohydrates 1.1g Protein 30.8g

Ingredients 1 (1 oz.) envelope soup mix, onion 2 lbs ground beef 1/2 C. water

3/4 C. cheese (cheddar, mozzarella or Monterey jack)

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients and mix them well. 3. Shape the mix into 12 burgers. Place 2 tbsps of cheese in the middle of 6 burgers Top them with the remaining burgers and press the edges to seal them. 4. Cook the patties in the grill for 7 to 8 min on each side. Serve your burgers with your favorite toppings. 5. Enjoy.

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Soupy Onion Burger

Thai

Bell Bean Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 198 kcal Fat 3g Carbohydrates 33.1g Protein 11.2 g Cholesterol 46 mg Sodium 607 mg

Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 green bell pepper, cut into 2 inch pieces 1/2 onion, cut into wedges 3 cloves garlic, peeled

1 egg 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp cumin 1 tsp Thai chili sauce or hot sauce 1/2 C. bread crumbs

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the grill and grease it. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the black bean then press it with a potato masher or fork until it becomes well mashed. 3. Get a food processor: Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Mix them well. Add the black beans and blend them smooth. 4. Get a small bowl: Add the egg, chili powder, cumin, and chili sauce. Whisk them well to make the sauce. Add the black bean mix with bread crumbs. Mix them well. 5. Shape the mix into 4 burger cakes. Cook them on the grill for 9 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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VIDALIA

Turkey Burgers

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 788.1 Fat 16.0g Cholesterol 109.8mg Sodium 1190.4mg Carbohydrates 94.4g Protein 58.8g

Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs ground turkey breast or 1 1/2 lbs lean ground turkey 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste 1/2-3/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste 3 tbsps white wine 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1/4 C. grated Vidalia onion 1 -2 garlic clove, minced 1 1/4 tsps thyme 1/2 tsp dried sage 1/3 C. breadcrumbs 3 oz. goat cheese 2 tbsps white wine

Vidalia Sauce 1 tbsp olive oil 1 large Vidalia onion, halved and cut into thin half rings 2 C. sliced cremini mushrooms 1/3-1/2 C. white wine 2 tsps butter Toppings 4 roasted sweet red peppers, halves jarred 8 slices sourdough bread, sliced

Directions 1. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the lean turkey with salt, pepper, white wine, Dijon mustard, garlic, grated onions, thyme, and sage. Combine them well. 2. Fold in the breadcrumbs. 3. Shape the mix into 8 burgers. Divide the cheese between 4 burgers and place it in the middle. 4. Cover them with the other 4 burgers and seal their edges by pressing them. 5. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the olive oil in it. 6. Add the cook in it the onion for 6 min. 7. Stir in the wine with mushroom, salt and pepper then cook them for 4 min. 8. Stir in the butter and cook them for 1 min to make the sauce. 114

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9. Put on the lid and turn off the heat. Place the sauce aside. 10. Place a large skillet on medium heat. 11. Heat in it a splash of oil. Add the turkey patties and cook them for 5 min on each side. 12. Stir in the remaining white wine and cook them for another 3 min. 13. Toast the sourdough slices. Lay the roasted peppers on 4 bread slices then top them with the burgers, mushroom sauce and cover them with the remaining 4 bread slices. 14. Serve your burgers right away. 15. Enjoy.

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RED

Parmesan Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 16 Calories 242 kcal Fat 8.3 g Carbohydrates 130.3g Protein 11.2 g Cholesterol 27 mg Sodium 395 mg

Ingredients 2 tbsps vegetable oil 3/4 C. uncooked brown rice 1 1/2 C. red lentils 6 C. water 1 tsp salt 2 eggs 2 1/2 C. dry bread crumbs

1 1/2 C. grated Parmesan cheese 2 tsp dried basil 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder 3 tbsps vegetable oil

Directions 1. Place a saucepan on medium heat. Add the 2 tbsps of oil and heat it. Cook the rice in it for 2 min. add the water with salt and lentils. Cook them until they start boiling. 2. Lower the heat. Put on the lid. Coo them for 42 min and add more water if the mix dried before it is cooked. Place the lentils mix aside to lose heat. 3. Get a food processor: Add the lentils mix with eggs, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, and garlic powder. Pulse them several times until they become well mixed. 4. Shape the mix into 16 cakes. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat 3 tbsps of oil in it. Add the lentils cakes and cook them for 4 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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Red Parmesan Burgers

Bell

Provolone Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 473.1 Fat 29.5g Cholesterol 100.5mg Sodium 603.7mg Carbohydrates 23.9g Protein 27.2g

Ingredients 6 tbsps butter, divided 6 hamburger buns 1/2 C. onion, diced 1/2 C. bell pepper, diced

1 lb hamburger 1 tsp pepper 6 slices provolone cheese

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the oven on 400 F. 2. Spread some butter on the buns and toast them. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the remaining butter and cook it until it melts. Add the bell pepper with onion and cook them for 6 min. 4. Get a mixing bowl: Add the hamburger, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 patties. 5. Cook the patties in the grill for 7 to 8 min on each side. Place them in the buns then top them with the onion mix and provolone cheese slices. Serve your burgers right away. 6. Enjoy.

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WHITE

Oyster Burgers

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 61 kcal Fat 1.4 g Carbohydrates 9.2g Protein 4.3 g Cholesterol 31 mg Sodium 110 mg

Ingredients 1 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 large onion, minced 2 slices white bread, finely diced 2 tbsps oyster sauce

1 egg Salt to taste Ground black pepper to taste

Directions 1. Place a skillet on medium heat. Grease it with oil or cooking spray. Stir in the onion and mushroom then cook them for 5 min. add the bread cubes and oyster sauce. Cook them for 2 min. 2. Turn off the heat. Place the mushroom mix aside to lose heat. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the mushroom mix with egg, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 6 patties. Cook them in the heated skillet for 6 min on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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White Oyster Burgers

Italian

Pizza Burger

Prep Time: 10 hrs Total Time: 10 hrs 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 312.4 Fat 14.4g Cholesterol 51.4mg Sodium 1463.7mg Carbohydrates 25.4g Protein 18.7g

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1/2 C. chopped onion 1 (10 oz.) cans pizza sauce 1 (2 oz.) jars sliced mushrooms (optional) 1/2 tsp oregano 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 1/4 tsp salt

1/2 C. shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 C. shredded Monterey jack cheese 8 hamburger buns split

Directions 1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the onion with beef and coo them for 10 min. 2. Add the pizza sauce, mushrooms, oregano, Italian seasoning and salt. Bring them to a boil. Turn of the heat and allow the mix to lose heat. 3. Place the beef mix in the fridge for 3 h 30 min. 4. Before you do anything preheat the oven to 450 F. 5. Stir the cheese into the beef mix. Place the mix in the buns and transfer them to a lined up baking sheet. 6. Cook the burgers in the oven for 12 min. serve your burgers warm right away. 7. Enjoy.

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LATIN

Chili Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 151 kcal Fat 1.2 g Carbohydrates 29.7g Protein 7g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 609 mg

Ingredients 1 carrot, sliced 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans 1/2 C. chopped green bell pepper 1/2 C. chopped onion 2 C. salsa 1 C. dried bread crumbs 1/2 C. whole wheat flour

1/2 tsp ground black pepper Salt to taste 1 pinch chili powder

Directions 1. Fill 1/4 inch of a heatproof bowl with water. Place the carrot on it and place on it a plastic wrap. Microwave it for 3 min. discard the water. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add the beans with carrot. Press them with a fork or potato masher until they become smooth. 3. Add the green pepper, onion, salsa, bread crumbs, and whole wheat flour, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 8 cakes. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Grease it with oil or cooking spray. Add the veggies cakes and cook them for 9 min on each side. 5. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 6. Enjoy.

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Latin Chili Burgers

Crunchy

Cheddar Bean Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 297 kcal Fat 20.1 g Carbohydrates 18.5g Protein 10.7 g Cholesterol 61 mg Sodium 526 mg

Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, drained 1 small onion, chopped 1 tbsp finely chopped jalapeno pepper 6 saltine crackers, crushed 1 egg, beaten 1/2 C. shredded Cheddar cheese 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 C. vegetable oil

Directions 1. Get a mixing bowl: Add the butter beans and press them with a spoon until they become mashed. 2. Add the onion, jalapeno pepper, crushed crackers, egg, cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix them well. Form the mix into 4 cakes. 3. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the oil and heat it. Cook in it the butter bean cakes for 6 min per side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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CANADIAN

Center Burgers

Prep Time: 1 min Total Time: 7 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 497.3 Fat 30.4g Cholesterol 95.2mg Sodium 539.9mg Carbohydrates 23.6g Protein 30.2g

Ingredients 1 lb steak, sirloin, cut into 1 to 2 inch chunks 1 1/2 tsps McCormick's Montreal Brand steak seasoning

4 oz. cheese, cheddar, cut into 1 inch cubes 4 hamburger buns

Directions 1. Get a food processor: Add the sirloin chunks with steak seasoning. Process them until they become minced. Add the cheese and process them again. 2. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat a splash of oil in it. 3. Add the burger patties and cook them for 6 min on each side. Serve your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Canadian Center Burgers

Sharp

Mayo Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 648.7 Fat 40.5g Cholesterol 148.3mg Sodium 4581.1mg Carbohydrates 25.5g Protein 43.1g

Ingredients 4 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated 3 tbsps mayonnaise 1 tbsp diced pimento 1 tbsp grated onion 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce Kosher salt, and freshly ground Black pepper, to taste

1 1/2 lbs ground beef, formed into 4 medium size patties 4 hamburger buns, toasted Iceberg lettuce, for garnish 4 slices tomatoes, for garnish

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, grated onion, and Worcestershire, salt and pepper. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 thin burgers. 3. Divide the mix into the 4 the patties and place it in the middle. Put the patties meat around the filling and press them again slightly. 4. Cook the burgers in the grill for 14 to 15 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with lettuce and tomato slices then serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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BLACK

Seafood Burgers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 264 kcal Fat 1.4 g Carbohydrates 51.7g Protein 11.6 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 1264 mg

Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1/3 C. chopped sweet onion 1 tbsp minced garlic 3 baby carrots, grated (optional) 1/4 C. minced green bell pepper (optional) 1 tbsp cornstarch 1 tbsp warm water 3 tbsps chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha(R)), or to taste

1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay(R)) 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp ground black pepper 2 slices whole-wheat bread, torn into small crumbs 3/4 C. unbleached flour, or as needed

Directions 1. Before you do anything heat the oven to 350 F. Oil a baking pan. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the black bean then press it with a potato masher or fork until it becomes well mashed. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and green bell pepper. Combine them well. 3. Get a mixing bowl: Add the cornstarch, water, chile-garlic sauce, chili powder, cumin, seafood seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix them well. Add the bean mix to the starch mix and bread crumbs. Mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 patties. Place them on the baking sheet. Cook them in the oven for 12 mi on each side. 4. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. Enjoy.

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Black Seafood Burgers

Late October

Tahini Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 142.5 Fat 6.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 24.5mg Carbohydrates 14.2g Protein 7.8g

Ingredients 1 1/2 C. pumpkin puree 8 ounces silken tofu, well-drained (see directions) 1 tbsp tahini (thicker tahini works best) 2 egg whites (or 1 whole egg) 2 green onions 1/3 C. raw pepitas (the green hulled unsalted unroasted kind) 1 tbsp whole sage, dry 1 tsp coriander 1/2 tsp dried thyme

1 dash white pepper (a few shakes) 1 pinch ginger powder 1 C. rolled oats (or as much needed to hold together)

Directions 1. Remove the tofu from the excess water. Place it in a colander for 5 min to drain it. 2. Get a mixing bowl: Add the tofu with pumpkin, tahini, and egg whites. Use an electric mix to mix them until they become smooth. Add the sage with spices. Combine them well. 3. Add the green onions with pepitas and 1 C. of cooked oats. Mix them well and add more oat if needed. Shape the mix into 6 patties. 4. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Heat the oil in it. Add the burgers and cook them for 5 min on each side. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings. Serve them right away. 5. Enjoy.

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GRILLED

Cheese Burger

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 325.3 Fat 20.3g Cholesterol 99.8mg Sodium 567.7mg Carbohydrates 3.6g Protein 29.9g

Ingredients 1 lb lean ground beef 1/4 C. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 C. shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 C. chopped crisp cooked turkey bacon

Directions 1. Before you do anything preheat the grill. 2. Get a large mixing bowl: Add all the ingredients and mix them well. Shape the mix into 4 burgers. 3. Cook the burgers in the oven for 8 to 10 min on each side. Serve your burgers with your favorite toppings. 4. Enjoy.

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Grilled Cheese Burger

Eggplant Patties

with Cheddar

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 266 kcal Fat 14.4 g Carbohydrates 23.6g Protein 12.4 g Cholesterol 86 mg Sodium 911 mg

Ingredients 2 medium eggplants, peeled and cubed 1 C. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 C. Italian seasoned bread crumbs 2 eggs, beaten 2 tbsps dried parsley 2 tbsps chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced

1 C. vegetable oil for frying 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Directions 1. For 4 mins cook all the eggplants in the microwave on medium. Then flip the eggplants and cook for another 3 mins. 2. Remove any resulting juices and mash the eggplants together. 3. Add the following to the mashed eggplant: salt, cheese, garlic, bread crumbs, onions, parsley, and eggs. 4. Now take your mix, and with your hands form as many patties as possible. 5. For 6 mins per side cook the patties in hot oil. 6. Enjoy on a bun, hamburger style.

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HORSERADISH

Mushroom Burger I

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 2 Calories 313 kcal Fat 15.3 g Carbohydrates 29.9g Protein 15.5 g Cholesterol 53 mg Sodium 934 mg

Ingredients 2 Portobello mushroom caps 3 tsps horseradish sauce 2 leaves romaine lettuce

2 slices tomato 2 hamburger buns

Directions 1. Cover a baking sheet with foil and then coat it with nonstick spray before setting your oven to 450 degrees before doing anything else. 2. Cut the stem of your mushrooms off and then clean them under water. 3. Now put the mushrooms on your baking sheet and cook them in the oven for 20 mins. 4. Coat each of your buns with 1.5 tsps of horseradish and then a piece of tomato and lettuce on one bun. Top the other bun with a mushroom cap and form a burger. 5. Enjoy.

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Horseradish Mushroom Burger I

Zucchini

Burgers

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 245 kcal Fat 14.7 g Carbohydrates 15.7g Protein 12.8 g Cholesterol 111 mg Sodium 282 mg

Ingredients 2 C. grated zucchini 2 eggs, beaten 1/4 C. diced onion 1/2 C. all-purpose flour 1/2 C. grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 C. shredded mozzarella cheese salt to taste 2 tbsps vegetable oil

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

Get a bowl, combine: salt, zucchini, mozzarella, eggs, parmesan, flour, and onions. Combine the mix then get your oil hot. Once the veggie oil is hot, fry large dollops of the mix, until it is browned on both sides. Enjoy.

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