Ingredients
3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)3/4 cup finely shredded potatoes1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped green pepper1 large egg, beaten1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon canola oil1 cup tomato juice1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 cup water
Preparation
Combine the first 6 ingredients. Shape into 4 patties; press to flatten slightly. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown patties on both sides; drain. Add tomato juice. Simmer, covered, until a thermometer inserted into meat reads 160°, 20-25 minutes. Remove patties to a serving platter; keep warm.
Whisk flour into water; gradually add to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Spoon over patties. Serve immediately.
