Italian Herb Bean Fritters

Ingredients

• 2 cups beans, low-sodium (canned or cooked)
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 cup bread crumbs (dry, or cracker crumbs)
• 1/8 cup cornmeal (or all purpose flour)
• vegetable oil

Method

1. 1 In a large bowl, mash beans. Add egg and spices and stir to mix evenly.
2. 2 Stir in bread crumbs. If mixture seems too wet add more breadcrumbs, 1 Tablespoon at a time until mixture resembles meatloaf.
3. 3 Shape into little sausages or patties. Roll in cornmeal or flour.
4. 4 Fry slowly in vegetable oil over medium heat until crusty and golden brown.