Veggie Lentil Burgers (Feeds 4.  Double for larger crew)

1 cup dried lentils sorted.

2 1/2 cups water

1/4 cup ketchup

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1 small onion minced

1/2 cup shredded carrots

1 cup uncooked quick-cook oats

1 large egg

1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper

(Lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and 1000 island dressing)

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Combine lentils and water in a sauce pan and bring to a boil.  Reduce and simmer Covered for 25 min. Then, uncover and simmer 10 minutes until all liquid has been absorbed.  Add ketchup and next 7 ingrediants.  Form into patties with hands and place on wax or plastic wrap, sprinkle with a little flour and chill for at least 1 hour. 

place small amount of veg oil in a pan (or griddle) and put on medium to high heat.  Fry patties until golden brown and flip doing the same.

Again, double recipe to feed 8+.