Buddha'S Shiitake Mushroom Burgers

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   In small bowl, combine dried mushrooms and boiling water.

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   Let stand 20 minutes until softened.

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   With your fingers, scoop the mushrooms out of the soaking liquid.

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   Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve; set aside.

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   Finely chop mushrooms.

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   In a food processor, process bread until finely crumbed; set aside.

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   Add fresh mushrooms to processor and process until finely chopped.

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   In large saucepan, heat 2 tsp of oil over low heat.

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   Add onion, carrot, and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 7 minutes or until onion is tender.

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    Add fresh mushrooms and reconstituted dried mushrooms; stir to combine.

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    Add bulgur, salt, rosemary, and mushroom soaking liquid.

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    Increase heat to medium, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.

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    Uncover and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until bulgur is tender and liquid has been absorbed.

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    Transfer to large bowl.

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    Let cool to room temperature.

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    Stir in bread and mozzarella.

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    In large nonstick skillet, heat remaining 1 tsp oil over medium heat.

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    Shape mushroom mixture into 4 patties.

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    Cook 3 minutes per side over medium heat until crusty and heated through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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