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Eggplant Burgers

Ingredients

1 medium Florida eggplant, peeled and cubed

1 1/4 cups cracker crumbs

1 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

2 Florida eggs, slightly beaten

1 tablespoon Florida parsley, chopped

3 tablespoons green onion, thinly sliced

1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. In a covered saucepan, cook eggplant in boiling water until tender, about 5 minutes; drain well.
3. Place eggplant in a bowl and mash. Stir in cracker crumbs, shredded cheese, eggs, parsley, green onion and salt.
4. Shape mixture into 8 patties about 3-inches in diameter.
5. Bake in oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until patties are lightly browned.

Yield

8 servings