Black Bean Burgers

Dust off the BBQ if you haven't already for these scrumptious black bean burgers that will have your family saying; "Can we have this tomorrow?"

Black Bean Burgers

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounces) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2-3 cloves garlic, peeled

• 1 large egg

• 1 tablespoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon chili paste or 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 cup fine or medium cornmeal (you can substitute ground up oats or bread crumbs)

Instructions:

• In a medium bowl, mash beans with a fork until mushy.

• Combine jalapeno pepper, onion, and garlic. Then stir into beans.

• In a separate bowl, stir together egg, spices, and chili paste

• Stir the egg mixture into the mashed beans. Mix in cornmeal until the mixture is sticky and holds together.

• Divide into four patties.

• Serve alongside your favorite veggies