From Annabel Karmel's latest book on baby-led weaning, these mini burgers make delicious summer finger food - a hint of apple keeps them sweet. Tiny buns optional.

See more from Annabel Karmel's Baby-Led Weaning Recipe Book here: https://www.annabelkarmel.com/baby-led-weaning/

Burger Recipe

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Makes: 20 mini burgers

Freezable


Ingredients

75g / 3oz fresh breadcrumbs

1 small red onion, chopped

100g / 4oz peeled and grated carrot

50g / 2oz peeled, cored and grated apple

250g / 9oz lean minced beef

1 small garlic clove, crushed

1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

25g / 1oz grated Parmesan cheese

Canapé-style mini burger rolls (optional)

Carrot sticks, halved cherry tomatoes and tomato ketchup, to serve


Method

1. Place the breadcrumbs in the bowl of a food processor with the onion, carrot, apple,

minced beef, garlic, thyme and Parmesan and blitz until finely chopped.

2. Transfer the burger mixture to a bowl and use your hands to shape it into 20 mini

burgers.

3. Preheat the grill to high.

4. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease the foil.

5. Place the burgers on the baking sheet and place under the grill for 5 minutes. Turn over

and grill for a further 3–5 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through.

6. Serve in mini burger rolls, if you wish, with carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes and ketchup.

See more from Annabel Karmel's Baby-Led Weaning Recipe Book here: https://www.annabelkarmel.com/baby-led-weaning/

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