Lentil-Grain Burgers My Kids Will Eat! - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup brown rice, uncooked
1/2 cup barley, uncooked
1/2 cup dried lentils, uncooked
4 3/4 cups water
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/2 cup onion, minced
1/2 cup celery, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in heavy pan on med heat.
Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low.
Simmer uncovered 50 min, or until all liquid is gone and mixture is very sticky.
(Don't cook it too fast or it won't be sticky enough to hold together-- if liquid is gone and mixture doesn't seem to stick, add a little more water and continue simmering.) Stir periodically throughout and then frequently near end of cooking time to prevent scorching.
Remove from heat, place in covered container, and chill thoroughly, preferably overnight.
To cook burgers: Preheat skillet on medium, spray lightly with non-stick spray if desired.
Wet hands lightly and shape patties from approx 1/2 cup chilled mixture each.
Cook until browned on both sides-- turn carefully!