Burger Remake

I have a love affair with burgers. Well actually I have a love affair with most foods, but thats besides the point. I stumbled upon this recipe and it sounded so interesting I had to give it a try. The only sweet potatoes Ive had are at thanksgiving with roasted peeps on top. Yes peeps. Ill save that for next month. Anywho I urge you to break out of your food comfort zone and whip this up. Its really quick and really good!

Terrible photo but you can only do so much with an iphone and a grumbling tummy

Smoky Sweet Potato Burgers with Roasted Garlic Cream and Avocado

Adapted from here

ingredients:

2 cups coarsely mashed sweet potatoes (or yams), about 2 large potatoes


2 bulbs of roasted garlic (cut top off, drizzle with olive oil & wrap in foil, roast at 375 for 45 min)

1 cup cannellini benas (rinsed and drained if canned)


2 garlic cloves, minced


1/3 cup oat bran

1 large egg, lightly beaten


1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika


1 teaspoon onion powder


1 teaspoon salt


1/2 teaspoon pepper


1/8 teaspoon cumin


2-3 tablespoons olive oil


1 avocado, sliced


2/3 cup plain greek yogurt or sour cream


1 teaspoon maple syrup


extra salt and pepper for seasoning yogurt/cream

directions:

Pierce potatoes (I used 2 large) all over with a fork and place on a paper towel, setting in the microwave. Microwave for 5 minutes, then flip and cook for 5 minutes more. Remove, slice in half and let cool until you can scoop out the flesh.

In a large bowl, coarsely mash beans with a fork. Add in sweet potato and mash together, then add in spices, salt and pepper, minced garlic, egg, panko and flour. Mix together until combined, then place bowl in the fridge for 15-20 minutes. This helps form them into patties, but as a warning they are still somewhat messy.

While mixture is chilling, combine yogurt/sour cream with 2 bulbs (squeezed out) of roasted garlic cloves, maple syrup and a sprinkle of salt and pepper in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth then set aside until ready to use.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Remove mixture from fridge and form into 4 equal patties, then place in the skillet once hot. Since the mixture can be wet and messy, do not move until they are fully cooked and golden on one side! This takes about 5-6 minutes. Then, add more oil if needed (this really helps cook them) and flip burgers very gently. Cook for another 5-6 minutes. Top with avocado