MEAT & POTATO PATTIES

MEAT & POTATO PATTIES 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean) 3/4 cup finely shredded potatoes 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 2 tablespoons chopped green pepper 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 cup tomato juice 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/4 cup water 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.