Creole Flavored Black Bean Burger Patties

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 15 ounce cans black beans
• 2 tbsp margarine
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 onion, minced
• 2 tsp Creole seasoning
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• dash salt and pepper
• dash hot sauce, to taste (optional)
• oil for frying (optional)

PREPARATION:

In a food processor or blender, process the all ingredients (except oil) until smooth. Or, mash together with a large fork or potato masher until beans are well mashed. Refrigerate mixture for at least 2 hours.

Form into patties and lightly fry in oil for a few minutes on each side, or, fire up the grill and barbecue your black bean veggie burger patties.