MUSHROOM BURGERS

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Ready to turn over a new burger? I guarantee no one will be missing the beef after tasting these vegetarian burgers. They're moist, tender and full of flavor. -Denise Hollebeke, Penhold, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups finely chopped fresh mushrooms
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
4 lettuce leaves
Sliced tomatoes and mayonnaise, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Shape into four 3/4-in.-thick patties., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add burgers; cook until crisp and lightly browned, 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve on buns with lettuce and if desired, tomato and mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges