Black-Bean Burgers

2 Tb olive oil
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 onion,chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 15-oz can black beans no salt added, rinsed and drained
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 Tb cumin
1/2 cup bread crumbs
Salt and pepper if desired

Preheat oven to 375. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
Warm oil in skillet. Add celery and onion, stirring often for 3-5
minutes. Add garlic and saute one minute more. Set aside.
Pour beans un food processor or blender until a paste forms. Pour in large bowl.
Add veggies from skillet. Stir in cumin, egg and bread crumbs.
If desired, season with salt and pepper.
Use hand and form 4 parties. Place on baking sheet.
Bake 10 minutes on each side.

215 cals, 9 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 28 g fiber, 9 g protein

Tammy