The Walnut Burger

Walnut Burger Store Demos

2012-01-11T15:43:00.000-06:00

Recently, we have been going to natural food stores throughout the Midwest and providing customers with samples of the Walnut Burger. People have really enjoyed having the chance to try the delicious, meat-free Walnut Burger.
This past weekend, we had the opportunity to demo the Walnut Burger at the Willy Street Co-op in Madison, WI as well as Whole Foods of Milwaukee, WI. The stores were a pleasure to be in with a clean atmosphere and very friendly, helpful, and supportive staff. We appreciate all our Walnut Burger fans and the support we recieve from all the stores, restaurants, and other businesses that carry our product. If you know of a store that you would like to carry the Walnut Burger or if you would like a demo for your store that carries our product please let us know. We would love to hear from you!

To contact us vist our website www.Walnut Burger.com or email Jen@WalnutBurger.com.

Walnut Burger Egg Strata

2011-12-28T13:26:00.003-06:00

Ingredients:
4-Walnut Burger patties (1 package)
3 cups frozen hashbrowns
2 cups cheddar cheese
6 Tbsp. butter
10 eggs
3 cups milk
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. kosher or sea salt
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. white pepper
1 tsp. red pepper flakes

Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Melt 4 Tbsp. butter in large skillet and add minced garlic. Add Walnut Burger patties and cook for about 4 minutes, or until browned and lightly crispy. Stir occasionally to break up the patties and keep them from sticking. Place Walnut Burger in the bottom of a large baking dish. Next, lightly brown hashbrowns in the remaining 2 Tbsp. butter and place over Walnut Burger in baking dish. Then layer with the cheddar cheese.

Beat eggs and add milk and seasoning. Pour egg mixture over other ingredients in the baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until done. Makes a great breakfast dish. Servings 10.

The Sunshine State Welcomes the Walnut Burger

2011-12-11T11:32:00.003-06:00

The Walnut Burger which was created at The Historic Trempealeau Hotel Restaurant and Saloon in a small Mississippi River town, is making it's way into stores throughout the United States. Although, it has been available in the Midwest for many years, the Walnut Burger has now made it's way down to Florida.

So far, the Walnut Burger can be found in stores located St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Gainesville, Clearwater, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Daytona Beach and Cape Canaveral, with many more to come. Check out our updated store locator on our website to find the Walnut Burger in a city near you. Would you like to see the Walnut Burger in your city or favorite store? Let us know by contacting us on our website: www.WalnutBurger.com. The Walnut Burger can also be purchased online and sent right to your door.

Walnut Burger Reuben Sandwich

2011-11-30T11:15:00.000-06:00

Ingredients:
Servings:4 sandwiches

4 Walnut Burger patties (1 package)
8 slices rye bread
8 slices swiss cheese
1 cup sauerkraut, drained
1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing
3 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup onion, diced

Preparation:

Sauerkraut Preparation:
Place 2 Tbsp. olive oil and add minced garlic and onion. Cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add sauerkraut and heat for about 10 minutes or until liqiud is gone and sauerkraut is warm.

To Cook Walnut Burgers:
The burgers cook best from frozen, but can also be cooked after being thawed. Place patties on a hot electric griddle or a pan on the stove top. If using a good stick-less surface, cooking oil is not necessary. Otherwise, use a bit (but not too much) olive or canola oil to keep the patties from sticking to the cooking surface. The burgers should be cooked at 350°F - 400°F, usually medium to medium-high heat on a stove top. Let the burgers get nicely golden-brown and crisp (but not burnt!) on the underside. Then flip and repeat on the other side.

Sandwich Assembly:
Spread butter on rye bread slices. Place bread slices in pan on medium heat. Spread non-buttered sides with Thousand Island dressing. On 4 bread slices, layer 1 slice Swiss cheese, 1 cooked Walnut Burger Patty, 1/4 cup sauerkraut and second slice of Swiss cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, buttered sides out. Grill sandwiches until both sides are golden brown, about 15 minutes per side. Serve hot.

Meat Free Chili

2011-11-21T12:04:00.003-06:00

Although chili typically contains meat, you can make a enjoyable and tasty chili using the Walnut Burger as a meat substitute. This recipe is both easy and delicious; a real crowd pleaser. The spiciness of this chili can be controlled with the amount of cayenne, jalapeno, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce you use. The recipe below is a medium level of spice. Enjoy!

Walnut Burger Chili

Servings: about 8

Ingredients:

1 package of Walnut Burgers (4 patties)

4 Tbsp. Butter

2 cans diced tomatoes

1 can whole kernal corn, drained

1 can light kidney beans, drained

1 can butter beans or white beans, drained

2 cups onion, diced

1 cup green bell pepper, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 jalapeno pepper, diced

2 tsp. worchestire sauce

1 tsp. hot sauce

1/2 cup water

1/4 cup chili powder

1 Tbsp. cumin

1 tsp. red pepper flakes

1 tsp. cayenne pepper

2 tsp. black pepper

1 Tbsp. kosher or sea salt

Preparation:

Melt butter in pan on medium heat, add Walnut Burger patties. Cook patties for about 3 minutes, breaking up to prevent sticking. Add onions, garlic, green bell peppers, and jalapeno pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender and Walnut Burger is browned and slightly crispy. In a large pot add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, butter beans, water, spices, hot sauce and worchestire sauce. Bring to a low boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Add Walnut Burger mixture and simmer chili for about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add corn and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream, cheese and some delicious french bread.

A Hearty Fall Recipe

2011-11-16T19:22:00.001-06:00

With the leaves falling and winter right around the corner, we start to crave those hearty, fall foods. This Walnut Burger stuffed acorn squash recipe will delight vegetarians and carnivores alike.

Walnut Burger Stuffed Acorn Squash

Ingredients:
1 acorn squash, halved and seeded
2 Walnut Burger Patties
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup onion, diced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup green bell pepper
4 Tbsp. butter
1 tsp. kosher or sea salt
1 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. dried sage
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
2 Tbsp. olive oil

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cover halved squash with olive oil and place cut side down on baking sheet. Bake squash for about 25 minutes or until barely soft to the touch. On stovetop, melt butter and saute garlic, onions, bell peppers, Walnut Burger patties, and seasonings for about 10 minutes or until Walnut Burger is lightly browned. Stuff Walnut Burger mixture into centers of squash and bake for about 15 more minutes or until the squash is tender.

Meatless Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas

2011-11-05T13:32:00.027-05:00

Although Thanksgiving is usually centered on making a turkey with all the fixings, there are ways you can incorporate delectable meatless options for your vegetarian guests. Here are a few of our favorite recipes that are easy and delicious whether you’re a vegetarian or not. One excellent idea is to make a meatless stuffing. Below is a recipe for a Meatless Walnut Burger stuffing that everyone will love! There are also ways to make gravy with no need for meat. The recipe below is for meat-free gravy made from mushrooms and vegetable stock instead of using the drippings from the turkey or any meat-based stock. Walnut Burger Stuffed Mushrooms are also a good option as an appetizer or side dish this holiday season. Adding a few meatless options during Thanksgiving is both a smart and healthy choice. Happy cooking!

Meatless Walnut Burger Stuffing
Servings: 10

Ingredients:
1 Package of Walnut Burgers (4 patties)
7 cups bread cubes
2 cups onion, diced
2 cups celery, diced
3 cups vegetable broth
6 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tsp. dried sage
1 tsp. dried rosemary
1 tsp. dried thyme
1 Tbsp. kosher or sea salt
1 tsp. black pepper
1 Tbsp. olive oil (optional)

Preparation:

Bread cubes can be purchased in a grocery store or made easily at home.To make homemade bread cubes, cut slices of white and whole wheat bread into cubes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the white and whole wheat bread cubes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake 5 to 7 minutes in a preheated oven, or until evenly toasted. Transfer toasted bread cubes to a large bowl.

In a large skillet, brown Walnut Burger patties for about 4 minutes. Stir occasionally to break up patties and keep them from sticking to the skillet. Olive oil can be used wben cooking Walnut Burger patties if sticking occurs. Add melted butter, diced onions, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Add diced celery, sage, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for about 5 minutes or until onions are translucent and the Walnut Burger is browned and slightly crispy.

Pour Walnut Burger mixture over the bread cubes; then pour vegetable stock over top and mix lightly.

Place in casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes.

Meat-free Gravy

Ingredients:
3/4 cup white, chopped
1 small onion, minced
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup butter (or vegan margarine)
2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/4 cup flour
1/2 tsp. dried sage
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. dried marjoram
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

In a large skillet, melt the butter and add galic, onions and mushrooms. Saute for about 4 minutes on medium heat. Add vegetable stock and soy sauce. Slowly add the flour while stirring to prevent lumps and sticking. Bring to a simmer; then reduce the heat. Add sage, thyme, and marjoram as well as salt and pepper while stirring constantly. Allow to cook for about 10 minutes stirring regularly, until the desired consistency is reached.

Walnut Burger Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:
1 pound large white mushrooms
2 Walnut Burger patties
8 Tbsp. butter
3 Tbsp. red onion, minced
4 Tbsp. minced red bell pepper
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. kosher or sea salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced

Preparation:

Removed stems from mushrooms and wash stems. Finely chop half of the stems and set aside. Melt 2 Tbsp. butter and brush over mushrooms. Grease pan with non-stick spray or butter. Melt remaining butter in skillet and add reserved chopped stems, onions, red bell pepper, garlic, and Walnut Burger patties. Stir occasionally to break up patties. Cook until vegetables are tender and Walnut Burger is browned. Combine cooked ingredients with bread crumbs and seasonings. Fill each mushroom with mixture. Sprinkle each mushroom with a little Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes, or until mushroom caps are tender and hot.

Walnuts: Healthy and Delicious!

2011-11-02T13:12:00.003-05:00

Walnuts, the "mega nut," contain omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and are an excellent protein and fiber source. Walnuts are also a good source of magnesium and phosphorus which are important minerals involved in the body’s processes. Walnuts are high in antioxidants and in one study of 1113 different foods; walnuts were second to blackberries for antioxidant content. Over 90% of the population presents risks for cardiovascular disease and one major cause is people’s diets lacking important factors such as omega-3 fats. These are known as the good fats and they are mainly found in walnuts, certain species of fish, and vegetables. Walnuts have a high percent of omega-3 fats which provide many health benefits for your skin, heart and brain. Omega-3 fatty acids also help with circulation and inflammation.

So, isn’t it about time to “Go Nuts” and enjoy a delicious, nutritious, and nutty Walnut Burger?

The Walnut Burger: a Versatile and Meatless Option

2011-10-26T19:34:00.008-05:00

The Walnut Burger is a delicious and versatile meatless burger. Aside from the obvious option, which would be to serve it on a bun with your favorite burger toppings, there are many other meals you can make using the Walnut Burger. One delicious option is to make Walnut Balls.

Walnut Balls can be made by taking a Walnut Burger patty and cutting it into thirds. The Walnut Burger pieces can then be rolled into balls and baked at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes. Walnut Balls can be enjoyed on their own with your favorite condiments such as salsa, honey mustard, or ranch dressing. They can be used as a meatball alternative on your favorite pasta dish or placed on French bread and covered in your favorite marinara sauce to make an Italian-style sandwich. The possibilities are endless!