Italian Vegetarian Patties

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan. Stir in the brown rice,

and cook until golden brown. Add the lentils, water, and salt; bring

to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until the rice is tender

and the water is absorbed, about 40 minutes. Add additional water

if needed; mixture should be very thick. Remove from heat and let

cool slightly.

Place the cooked rice mixture in a food processor along with the

eggs, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, and garlic powder.

Process until well combined, and the texture of ground meat. Form

into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick patties, using about 3 tablespoons mixture

for each.

Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet. In batches, fry patties until

browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels;

cool. Fry remaining patties in the same manner. Store in airtight

containers in the refrigerator or freezer.

Course Dessert

Cuisine Italian