NOTE: to make without beef, use an additional 1 1/2 cups cooked beans.

1 small onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 2 cups mushrooms, chopped 1/4 cup unhulled sesame seeds 1 1/2 cups cooked red kidney beans or 15 oz can, drained 1 tsp dry basil 1/2 tsp dry oregano 1/8 tsp pepper 1 cup cooked black rice (prepare 1/2 cup dry rice with 1 cup water) 6 oz (1 cup) organic ground beef (see note for Vegan option)

Preheat oven to 300°. Water-saute onions and garlic until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, until all liquid is evaporated.

Grind sesame seeds in food processor. Add mushroom mixture, beans, and spices and process until well combined. Spoon into a bowl and mix in cooked black rice and beef.

Form into patties. Place burgers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 40 minutes, turning after 20 minutes.