Mack-Bacon Burgers

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup diced red
• 1/2 cup green bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 (15 oz) can Chicken of the Sea® Jack Mackerel in Water, drained (optional: remove bones and skin)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices tomatoes
• 4 slices red onion
• 4 leaves lettuce, washed and pat dry
• 8 slices cooked bacon
• 4 hamburger buns

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix together, bell peppers, Parmesan, parsley, garlic salt and cayenne pepper; blend well.
2. Add eggs, breadcrumbs and mackerel.
3. Shape into 4 equal burgers.
4. Add oil to hot skillet.
5. Fry on each side until golden brown (about 4 to 5 minutes per side).
6. Drain on paper towels.
7. Fill each burger with lettuce, tomato, 2 slices bacon, mackerel patty and red onion.
8. Serve immediately.