Mom’s Nutty Burgers

Serves 4

3 slices whole-wheat bread, torn

1 c. milk

1 egg

1 slice onion

1 carrot, peeled and diced

1 stalk celery, diced

2 c. chopped walnuts

1 t. salt

1/4 c. butter

Optional: 8 buns, split

In a blender, process bread for several seconds until crumbs form. Remove crumbs to a bowl. Add milk, egg, vegetables, nuts and salt to blender. Process about 30 seconds, until chopped. Add to crumbs; mix well and form into 8 patties. Heat butter in a skillet. Cook patties for 5 minutes per side, flipping carefully, until golden. Serve on buns, if desired.

Toasting nuts adds lots of flavor...with no oil needed. Place nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until lightly golden, about 3 minutes. Cool completely before adding to recipes.