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M.M.... Meatless Monday!

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Photo by Lee Harrelson (via Cooking Light) Okay, here is Meatless Monday!  Yes, I realize it is Tuesday.... it has been one of those kinds of weeks/weekends.  I am trying to keep up!  This week's recipe was shared with me by my friend SH.    I was so glad she passed it along as I am not sure I would have tackled it, but I am glad I did!   Who does not love falafel?  I do and decided to try to make it for myself. This recipe is from Cooking Light, so it is healthy too! :) Ingredients Patties: 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1/4 cup finely crushed baked tortilla chips (about 3/4 ounce) 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin 1 large egg white 1 1/2 teaspoons canola oil Spread: 1/4 cup mashed peeled avocado 2 tablespoons finely chopped tomato 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream 1 teaspoon fr...