BOCA Burgers: A New Favorite for Our Dinner Table

     How about a delicious, meat-free, low-fat BOCA® Burger for dinner tonight? Trust me, you can forget about all the other meat-free products you have tried: BOCA® Burgers are a winner in taste, satisfaction and value.

     BOCA® Burgers are made from soy, veggies, cheeses and a blend of spices. Nutritionally, they are an exceptional option for your weekly menu. Per serving, each burger contains:

• 18g Protein
• 5g Fiber
• 0mg Cholesterol
• 0g Trans Fat
• 100 calories 

     In our home, we have been searching for vegetarian options to replace higher cost meat-based meals. Earlier this week, I made BOCA® Burgers for my husband and myself to see if they could fit the bill. We were not looking for a product that "tasted like meat" but often feel unsatisfied by some vegetarian meal options we've tried. How did BOCA® Burgers rate? Read on for the results of The Big BOCA® Burger Taste Test!

     BOCA® Burgers are packaged in single-wrapped patties. On one side of the patty you'll see "grill marks." We prepared them in a skillet per the package instructions. While cooking, they did smell good and easily held their patty shape while turning occasionally. The trick was keeping them from sticking to the pan due to how lean they are. They were ready in about 10 minutes. One slice of provolone cheese was placed on top of each patty to melt.

     Served on split, toasted Kaiser rolls, with lightly sautéed brown Crimini mushrooms and yellow onion placed on top, the burgers were accompanied by a fresh green salad and sliced Crenshaw melon and blueberries from our local Farmer's Market.

     The results? Here are my husband's comments:

"Better than expected, as a meat-eater."

"It looks like a burger. It eats like a burger."

"Everything about it makes me think I just ate a burger."

     We both enjoyed dinner very much. He had fun the next day taking the leftover to work and savoring the sandwich in front of a co-worker who couldn't believe his eyes, nose or tastebuds.

     For less that ten dollars we had two complete meals for two adults. We were both full and satisfied after dinner. We ate a healthy, affordable, easy-to-prepare meal and enjoyed BOCA® Burgers immensely.  There are several BOCA® products including veggie patties, ground crumbles, chik'n and breakfast options.