Mexican beanburger

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsVegetable oil
1smallOnion; chopped
1Garlic clove; minced
1can(15 ounces) baked beans
½cupTomato sauce
½teaspoonChili powder
poundsGround beef
Salt; ground black pepper to taste
6slicesToast
2ouncesCheddar cheese; shredded

Directions

Chicago Tribune

These burgers may be a little messy, but family members will enjoy every bite. This recipe first ran in the Tribune on July 3, 1949 and was submitted by Mildred Johns of Orlando.

Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Yield: 6 servings 1. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add baked beans, tomato sauce and chili powder and simmer 15 minutes. 2. Combine ground beef, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Shape meat into 6 patties. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook until desired doneness. 3. Place patties on piece of toast. Cover patty with bean mixture and sprinkle with cheese. Serve hot with knife and fork.

Test kitchen note: This can be served on hamburger buns instead of toast.

Nutrition information per serving: Calories ...... 460 Fat ............ 22 g Cholesterol .. 90 mg Sodium ..... 700 mg Carbohydrates .. 34 g Protein ....... 31 g Posted to TNT - Prodigy's Recipe Exchange Newsletter by Rrairie@... on Aug 6, 1997