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Cook rice according to package directions 2.
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Mash beans in a large bowl with a fork until thick and pasty; set aside.
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Place the bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor, and chop finely.
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Stir the bell pepper mixture into the mashed beans.
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Place the cooked brown rice and cheese into the food processor, and process until combined.
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Stir the mixture into the beans.
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Whisk together the eggs, chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, and hot sauce.
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Stir the egg mixture into the bean mixture.
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Stir in the bread crumbs, adding additional bread crumbs as needed until the mixture is sticky and holds together.
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Divide into individual patties; I use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to make equal sized patties and get anywhere between 15 to 20 patties.
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(These freeze beautifully!
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Simply wrap individually in plastic wrap, and they will last practically forever in the freezer!)
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When ready to prepare them: Heat a little olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes per side.
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(No need to thaw first if frozen- just put them straight from the freezer into the hot pan).
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Serve any way you like!
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*These are very verstatile- change up the type of beans, cheese and seasonings to suit your taste.
