Lent is a Great Time to have a Lentil Burger

Lentil burgers are a vegetarian treat! I know you are thinking...that sounds gross but I have always loved them. We occasionally had them growing up (they are SUPER cheap) and I was the only one other than my mom that would actually eat them in our house--there were a lot of PB&J sandwiches or bowls of cereal on those nights.  It is one of the things I used to make regularly when I was a vegetarian and now I make them a couple of times during Lent. I still at times prefer these to a regular hamburger.

Dave will try anything and he did try one once when we were in Indiana and surprisingly he liked them! I was a little shocked but usually if I tell him it is healthy he will give it a good try. I should also mention that when we do make them at my mom and dad's house everyone "just wants a bite" so I think their taste buds are coming around.

Delicious!

Should anyone wish to try it...here is my version of the recipe!

 Lentil Burgers

1 cup dry lentils

1/2 cup rice

3 cups water

Add some salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano or any italian spices you want to throw in (I don't really measure!)

Bring all to a boil, cover & reduce heat and cook until water has been absorbed. You should be able to easily mash the lentils when they are done. 

Remove from heat and let cool. 

Add about 1 cup of bread crumbs and 2 eggs, along with a bit more of the above spices.

The dough should be sticky and a bit moist. Make into patties and cover in wheat germ.

Bring 1/4 inch of oil to a medium high temperature and cook until golden on both side and warm in the center. They are delicate so be careful as you flip!

I like mine with a slice of provolone cheese, ketchup and some onion. Delicious and filling! Let me know if you give them a try!