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Grilled barbequed beef and bean burgers

This healthful addition to your outdoor grilling menu includes two good sources of protein.

Ingredients

1/2 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup fine crushed saltine crackers (about 7 squares)
2  tablespoons BBQ sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
5 whole-grain hamburger buns, split
5 teaspoons BBQ sauce

Directions

1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. 
2. In large bowl, mix beef, beans, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce, pepper and egg.
3. Shape into 5 patties, about 1/2 inch thick. 
4. Brush grill with vegetable oil. 
5. Place patties on grill. 
6. Cover. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. 
7. Turn. Cook covered for 5 to 6 minutes longer or until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160 degrees Fahrenheit. 
8. Put patties between buns and top with 1 teaspoon BBQ sauce. 

For broiler: Place patties on broiler pan. Broil with tops 4 to 5 inches from heat using previous times as a guide. Turn once and spread with BBQ sauce after turning.

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First published: 07/17/2008
Last updated: 08/01/2008

Reviewed by: Allina Patient Education