Spicy Bean Patties

Directions

Preheat oven to 400℉ (200℃).

Using a fork in medium mixing bowl mash beans; add rice, egg substitute, bread crumbs, Mexican seasoning, ground red pepper, and salt and stir thoroughly to combine, set aside.

Spray small nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heal; add bell pepper, scallions, chili pepper and garlic and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until softened about 1 min.

Add to bean mixture and stir to combine. Shape bean mixture into 4 equal patties.

Spray nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and arrange patties on baking sheet. If desired brush each patty with ¼ teaspoon oil and bake for 15 min.

Carefully turn each patty over and brush with ¼ teaspoon of oil and bake 5 min longer. These can also be heated in a nonstick skillet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Be careful not to overcook.