Parmesan Pork Patties

Ingredients

• 2 tbsps leaves fresh basil, finely shredded
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1/4 tsp leaves dried oregano, crushed
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 large whole roma tomato
• 2 oz parmesan cheese wedge

Directions

1. With a vegetable peeler, shave about half of the parmesan into thin strips; set aside.
2. Finely shred remaining parmesan (should yield about 1/4 cup).
3. In a large bowl combine ground pork, finely shredded parmesan, pepper, garlic salt, and oregano.
4. Form mixture into four 3/4" thick patties.
5. Pre-heat broiler. Place patties on the unheated rack of a broiler pan.
6. Broil 3 to 4" from heat for 12-14 minutes or until done and juices run clear, turning once halfway through broiling.
7. Top each pattie with tomato slices and strips of parmesan. Broil 1 minute more.
8. Top patties with basil.