Butter Bean Burgers

This is served in place of meat for a main meal, or great as a sandwich with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can butter beans, drained


• 1 small onion, chopped


• 1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper


• 6 saltine crackers, crushed


• 1 egg, beaten


• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese


• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder


• salt and pepper to taste


• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mash butter beans. Mix in onion, jalapeno pepper, crushed crackers, egg, cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Divide into 4 equal parts, and shape into patties.


2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; use more or less oil to reach 1/4 inch in depth. Fry patties until golden, about 5 minutes on each side.

Butter Bean Burgers