Homemade Veggie Patties

In my quest to go more vegetarian, I've tried different veggie burgers and loved some more than others. But one thing I didn't love was the cost! So I thought it'd be fun to try making my own.

I looked up some recipes online and launched my efforts from those ideas. Basically, you can use whatever ingredients you want and each time I make them, I throw in something different. They are packed full of protein vitamins, minerals and great nutrients! They may not be pretty but they're tasty and good for you!
Whatever spices and herbs you add give them yummy flavor. I like to serve mine with a little mayo that I've blended with a little chipotle in adobo sauce.

I didn't give you quantities of each but there should be about 1/4 as much bread crumbs as beans. the rest is done to your taste.
I make up a big batch and bake them on parchment or foil. When they cool I cut the paper/foil so that they stay separate and freeze them for future use.

Black bean Veggie Burgers by CJ 7-11

Black beans
Opt. White beans (sometimes I add some beans other than black)

Bread crumbs
Eggs, lightly beaten (1 per 2-3 cups of beans)
Onion
Garlic
Grated carrots
Sprouted wheat
Creamed corn (my hubby loves corn!)

Cilantro
Crimini mushrooms
Jalapeno
Zuccini

Salt & pepper
Cayenne pepper
Smokey paprika

Soak beans (and wheat) overnight/8 hours. Drain and cover beans again with water in pot or slow cooker and cook for 4 hours or until soft.
Put vegetables of choice into food processor or chop finely with a knife. Mix all ingredients together well in a large bowl.
Line baking sheet with parchment or foil. Shape patties and place on prepared sheets.

Bake at 300 F for 40 minutes
You can also bake them for only 30 minutes if you want to cook them on the grill for the additional few minutes.
Serve with Mayo & chipotle in adobo sauce or favorite condiments.