{"id":20783,"date":"2020-06-29T20:27:54","date_gmt":"2020-06-30T03:27:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/?p=20783"},"modified":"2020-06-29T20:27:54","modified_gmt":"2020-06-30T03:27:54","slug":"festive-delicious-4th-of-july-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/phoenix-recipes\/festive-delicious-4th-of-july-recipes","title":{"rendered":"Festive &#038; Delicious 4th of July Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-20784 pk-lazyload\"  width=\"384\"  height=\"576\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-683x1024.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-380x570.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-80x120.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-53x80.jpg 53w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-73x109.jpg 73w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1-750x1125.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122530\/4th-of-July-Fruit-Wands-1.jpg 1000w\" ><figcaption><em>4th of July Fruit Wands<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/weelicious.com\/magical-fruits-wands-for-your-fourth-of-july-celebration\/\" target=\"_blank\">4<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;of July Fruit Wands<\/a><\/strong><br \/><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;5 min \u2013&nbsp;<strong>Cook Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;0 min<br \/><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 watermelon<\/li><li>2 pints of blueberries<\/li><li>20 skewers<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Preparation<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Slice the watermelon into 1\/2 inch round slices, and then cut out star shapes using a three-inch star-shaped cookie cutter.<\/li><li>Gently slide the blueberries on wooden skewers* and finally place a watermelon star on the top.<\/li><li>Place the skewers in a tall glass or in decorated floral foam as an eatable centerpiece. &nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-20785 pk-lazyload\"  width=\"381\"  height=\"595\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-656x1024.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-656x1024.jpg 656w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-192x300.jpg 192w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-768x1198.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-380x593.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-80x125.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-51x80.jpg 51w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-70x109.jpg 70w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1-750x1170.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122540\/Watermelon-Star-Bites-1.jpg 800w\" ><figcaption><br \/><em>Watermelon Star Bites<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/weelicious.com\/watermelon-star-bites\/\" target=\"_blank\">Watermelon Star Bites<\/a><\/strong><br \/><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;10 min \u2013&nbsp;<strong>Cook Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;0 min<br \/><strong>Ingredients: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 small seedless watermelon<\/li><li>1 cup heavy whipping cream<\/li><li>1 tablespoon powdered sugar<\/li><li>1\/2 cup blueberries<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Cut the watermelon into 1\/2 inch thick slices, then use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut the slices into stars. Place the watermelon stars in a single layer on a tray, and place it in the refrigerator while you make the whipped cream. (The whipped cream will stay on better if the watermelon is cold).<\/li><li>In the bowl of a standing mixer or with an electric mixer, combine the heavy cream and powdered sugar, and beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.<\/li><li>Top each watermelon star with a dollop of the whipped cream, then add blueberries on top of the whipped cream.<\/li><li>Store in the fridge until ready to serve.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-20786 pk-lazyload\"  width=\"402\"  height=\"602\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 402px) 100vw, 402px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-683x1024.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-380x570.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-80x120.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-53x80.jpg 53w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-73x109.jpg 73w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1-750x1125.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122550\/Red-White-Blue-Parfaits-2-1.jpg 1000w\" ><figcaption><em>Red, White, &amp; Blue Parfaits<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/weelicious.com\/red-white-blue-parfait\/\" target=\"_blank\">Red, White &amp; Blue Parfaits<\/a><\/strong><br \/><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;1 min \u2013&nbsp;<strong>Cook Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;0 min<br \/><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 cup grape-nuts cereal<\/li><li>1 cup greek yogurt<\/li><li>1 cup raspberries<\/li><li>1 cup blueberries<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Preparation:<\/strong><br \/>In a glass or serving bowl, layer Grape-Nuts Cereal, Greek yogurt, raspberries, grape-nuts, Greek yogurt, and blueberries. Repeat in that order until you fill your glass or serving bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-20787 pk-lazyload\"  width=\"420\"  height=\"630\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-683x1024.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-380x570.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-80x120.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-53x80.jpg 53w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-73x109.jpg 73w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3-750x1125.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122600\/Red-White-Blue-Popsicles-3.jpg 1000w\" ><figcaption><em>Red, White, &amp; Blue Pops<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/weelicious.com\/red-white-blue-pops\/\" target=\"_blank\">Red, White &amp; Blue Pops<\/a><\/strong><br \/><strong>Prep Time:&nbsp;<\/strong>5 min&nbsp;<strong>&#8211; Cook Time:&nbsp;<\/strong>0 min<br \/><strong>Ingredients: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 12 oz Bag Frozen Blueberries, defrosted<\/li><li>6 tablespoons Agave, divided (you can also use honey)<\/li><li>1 cup Plain Yogurt<\/li><li>1\/2 cup milk (you can use cow\u2019s milk, almond, rice or soy)<\/li><li>1 12 oz Bag Frozen Raspberries, defrosted<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Place defrosted blueberries and 2 tablespoons agave or honey in a blender and puree until smooth.<\/li><li>Pour the blueberry puree 1\/3 way up each popsicle mold and freeze for 30-45 minutes.<\/li><li>Combine the yogurt, milk, and 2 tablespoons of agave or honey in a bowl and whisk until smooth.<\/li><li>Pour yogurt mixture 2\/3 way up the popsicle molds on top of the blueberry mixture, gently tap to even out the yogurt layer, and freeze for another 30-45 minutes.<\/li><li>Place defrosted raspberries and 2 tablespoons agave or honey in a blender and blend until smooth.<\/li><li>Finish the popsicles by pouring the raspberry puree over the yogurt, place sticks in and freeze 6 hours to overnight, until frozen through.<\/li><li>*Because all popsicle molds are different sizes, you may have left overs. You can refrigerate the remaining berry purees and use as toppings for yogurt, granola, pancakes, etc.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-20788 pk-lazyload\"  width=\"375\"  height=\"557\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1-689x1024.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122609\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1-689x1024.jpg 689w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122609\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1-202x300.jpg 202w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122609\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1-380x565.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122609\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1-80x119.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122609\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1-54x80.jpg 54w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122609\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1-73x109.jpg 73w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122609\/BBQ-Chicken-Burgers-1.jpg 700w\" ><figcaption><em>BBQ Chicken Burgers<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/weelicious.com\/bbq-chicken-burgers\/\" target=\"_blank\">BBQ Chicken Burgers<\/a><\/strong><br \/><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;5 min &#8211;&nbsp;<strong>Cook Time:&nbsp;<\/strong>6 min<br \/><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>2 tablespoons oil, divided<\/li><li>1 small onion, diced<\/li><li>1 pound ground chicken breast<\/li><li>2 tablespoons BBQ sauce, plus additional for serving<\/li><li>1\/2 teaspoon onion powder<\/li><li>1\/2 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li><li>1\/2 teaspoon kosher salt<\/li><li>4 sliced jack or mozzarella cheese<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a saut\u00e9 pan over medium heat and saut\u00e9 the onions for 4 minutes or until tender and set aside to cool.<\/li><li>In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled saut\u00e9ed onions, ground chicken, BBQ sauce, salt, onion, and garlic powder, and mix well.<\/li><li>Evenly divide the mixture into 4 pieces for regular-sized burgers or 8 pieces for mini burgers. Shape into patties.<\/li><li>Heat remaining tbsp of oil in a pan and cook the patties for 3 minutes on each side.<\/li><li>Place 1 slice of cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking and allow to melt.<\/li><li>Place burgers on buns and top with desired accompaniments.<\/li><li>Accompaniments: Burger Buns, additional bbq sauce, lettuce, tomato, pickles<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-20789 pk-lazyload\"  width=\"414\"  height=\"621\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 414px) 100vw, 414px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text-683x1024.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122617\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122617\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122617\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text-380x569.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122617\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text-80x120.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122617\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text-53x80.jpg 53w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122617\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text-73x109.jpg 73w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/20122617\/Veggie-Burgers-3-no-text.jpg 700w\" ><figcaption><em>Veggie Burgers<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/weelicious.com\/veggie-burgers\/\" target=\"_blank\">Veggie Burgers<\/a><\/strong><br \/><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;20 min &#8211;&nbsp;<strong>Cook Time:<\/strong>&nbsp;6 min<br \/><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1\/2 cup bulgur wheat<\/li><li>1 cup water<\/li><li>1 15 ounce can pinto beans, rinsed and drained<\/li><li>1\/2 cup monterey jack cheese, grated<\/li><li>1\/2 cup carrot, grated<\/li><li>1\/2 teaspoon kosher salt<\/li><li>1\/2 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li><li>1\/2 teaspoon onion powder<\/li><li>1 tablespoon oil<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Place the bulgar wheat and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for 13 minutes.<\/li><li>After the bulgur has cooked, place in a bowl and let cool.<\/li><li>Place the pinto beans in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.<\/li><li>Add the cooked bulgur, cheese, carrot, salt, garlic and onion powder to the beans in the food processor and pulse to combine.<\/li><li>Form into patties.<\/li><li>Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat and cook the burgers for 3 minutes on each side.<\/li><li>Serve with accompaniments.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n<p><strong>ABOUT CATHERINE MCCORD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Catherine McCord is the co-founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/onepotato.com\/\">One Potato<\/a> and the founder of the popular Weelicious brand, a trusted content resource synonymous with family and food. A graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education, she has created online how-to videos that have amassed more than fifty million views and celebrities like Jennifer Garner, Sarah Michelle Gellar &amp; Keri Glassman, RD, swear by her food as a medicine approach to healthy tonics. She has written three cookbooks including her latest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Smoothie-Project-28-Day-Healthy-Matter-ebook\/dp\/B07NY2HHL7\">Smoothie Project.<\/a>\u00a0 Catherine has appeared on TODAY, Good Morning America, California Live, The Doctors, and is a regular on the Emmy-winning NBC show Naturally, Danny Seo as well as Food Network\u2019s #1-rated Guy\u2019s Grocery Games. 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