Bacon-Wrapped Pork and Apple Patties

The applesauce helps keep these burgers moist and flavorful.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb  ground lean pork
• 3⁄4 cup  quick-cooking rolled oats
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground sage
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
• 1⁄3 cup applesauce
• 1  egg, slightly beaten
• 1⁄4 cup green onion, minced
• 4  slices bacon
• 1  large tart green apple, cored and cut in thin wedges
• 1⁄2 medium onion, cut in small wedges
• 1  tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl combine oats, sage, salt, pepper, and thyme.
2. Stir in applesauce, egg and green onion and mix well.
3. Stir in ground pork until well blended.
4. Form into 4 patties about 3/4 to 1-inch thick.
5. Wrap a bacon strip around each patty and secure with a toothpick.
6. Grill or broil 4-5 minutes on each side.
7. Meanwhile in a small skillet, cook and stir apples and onions in hot oil until tender.
8. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
9. Serve with patties.