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vegetable patties

Recipe by
Karen Feinen
Rochester, NY

A nice way to get your veggies. You can make these even healthier by substituting whole grain bread crumbs and flour, and using low fat evaporated milk instead of cream.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 1 Hr
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For vegetable patties

  • 1/2 lb
    broccoli, chopped
  • 1/2 lb
    zucchini, chopped
  • 1/2 lb
    green beans, chopped
  • 1
    onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 2 c
    dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 c
    all purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp
    whipping cream
  • salt and freshly ground pepper
  • olive oil
  • fresh tomato sauce

How To Make vegetable patties

  • 1
    Cook broccoli, zucchini and green beans in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender. Drain well.
  • 2
    Puree vegetables in blender with onion and garlic.
  • 3
    Transfer to large bowl. Mix in breadcrumbs and flour. Stir in cream. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 4
    Refrigerate mixture until well chilled, about 30 minutes.
  • 5
    Form mixture into 3 -inch balls. Flatten into oval patties (can be prepared a day ahead. Refrigerate.)
  • 6
    Heat 3/4 inch oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add patties and cook until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • 7
    Serve with fresh tomato sauce.
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