Hamburger Nests   

modified  from “Simply the Best” Weight Watchers cookbook

Though we don't eat very much meat, this recipe is a family favorite.  We especially enjoy the hamburger nests as snacks the next day. 

12 slices of bread (whole-wheat or white)

1 pound ground beef or beef/turkey mixture

1 finely chopped onion

3 T bread crumbs

1-2 eggs, lightly beaten

2 minced garlic cloves

¼ t. pepper

½ t. salt

add other seasonings to taste

½-1 cup barbecue sauce (I prefer home-made sauce)

½-1 cup shredded cheese

• Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
• Place 1 slice of bread into each muffin cup, pressing firmly to mold into the shape of the cup.
• In medium bowl, combine meat, onion, bread crumbs, eggs, garlic, salt, pepper, spices
• Spoon meat mixture evenly into bread-lined muffin cups
• Top each with a dollop of barbecue sauce and a sprinkling of cheese.
• Bake at 350 until the meat is cooked through and browned, about 25 minutes.