Veggie Cheese "Burgers"

This recipe for Veggie Cheese 'Burgers' was submitted by Sara of Washington.

Recipe Ingredients:

1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon butter
2/3 cup cottage cheese
2/3 cup soft bread crumbs
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
Dash paprika
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons tomato ketchup
4 hamburger buns (optional)

Cooking Directions:

1. Sauté onion and green pepper in butter.
2. Mix cottage cheese, bread crumbs, egg, shredded cheese and the sautéed peppers and onions. Add dash of paprika, salt and pepper.
3. Roll into balls and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, turn over and bake 5 minutes longer. Flatten softly and spread ketchup on top.
4. Serve on hamburger buns with condiments of your choice, if desired.

Makes 4 servings.