Black Bean Patties with Cilantro and Lime

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and next 8 ingredients (onion through garlic); sauté 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add beans; sauté 1 minute. Combine bean mixture, breadcrumbs, cornmeal, cilantro, and lime juice in a large bowl; stir well.

Place 1 cup bean mixture in a food processor, and process until smooth. Add puréed bean mixture and cheese to remaining bean mixture; stir well. Divide mixture into 10 equal portions, shaping each into a 3-inch patty.

Wipe skillet clean with paper towels. Coat skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium-high heat until hot. Add 5 patties, and cook 3 minutes or until browned, turning patties carefully after 1 1/2 minutes. Repeat procedure with remaining patties. Serve with salsa.