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Pinto Bean Cheddar Patties
7 ½ cups fresh, whole-grain breadcrumbs
45 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese or soy cheddar cheese
6 tbsp canned chopped green chiles
6 tbsp olive oil, plus more if needed
1
Preheat broiler. Place 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs on baking sheet; toast under broiler for several seconds or until browned. Remove; let stand 5 minutes.
2
Mash beans with fork in mixing bowl. Add cheese, chiles, toasted breadcrumbs, and salt and pepper to taste. Form mixture into 4 patties, about 3 inches in diameter. Dredge patties in untoasted breadcrumbs.
3
Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add patties, and cook until crisp and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes on each side; add more oil to pan if necessary. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
18 servings
Serving size
This recipe brought to you by the Idaho Bean Commission.
Ingredients
7 ½ cups fresh, whole-grain breadcrumbs
45 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese or soy cheddar cheese
6 tbsp canned chopped green chiles
6 tbsp olive oil, plus more if needed