Italian Bean Cakes

Enjoy this tasty bean patty that’s ready in 20 minutes. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine. MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

August 4, 2010

cans (15 to 16 ounces each) great northern or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

1/2

cup dry Italian seasoned bread crumbs

1/4

cup chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves

3/4

teaspoon garlic salt

egg, beaten

tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

Hot spaghetti sauce, if desired

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1

Mash beans in large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients. Shape into 6 patties, each about 1/2 inch thick.
2

Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in skillet 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
3

Serve with spaghetti sauce.

Bean patties are more delicate than ground beef patties, so hold down your exuberance when turning them over with a spatula--use a gentle touch. These bean patties make great California burgers. Serve on hamburger buns topped with slices of raw onion, lettuce, juicy tomato slices and mayonnaise.