In caveman days, I think I actually would have done pretty well.  While my un-evolved cohorts were off worrying about getting stampeded by woolly mammoths in their quest for a meaty entree, I would have stayed at home feasting on berries and nuts and nutritious greens, and feeling – yes – totally fabulous. I probably would have looked hot in my cavelady dress too.

Ironically, it’s some of the modern social settings that can, at times, be a wee bit problematic. Like barbecues. Oh yeah – the smokey grills full of animal-bits, bowls of greasy chips, and ubiquitous offerings of “mystery ingredient” coleslaw have me basically locked into the one thing I can share with everyone: beer. And while beer is great and all it’s not exactly my idea of a well-rounded meal . . . which is why I always BYOB.

No – not more beer (while arguably always a good idea). In this case I’m referring to burgers. I like to bring my own homemade burger patties for several reasons: to participate in the BBQ fun, to ensure that I eat well, and to share with my woolly mammoth chasing friends. This summer’s no different, and lately I’ve been absolutely hooked on a new burger recipe: a Portobello Burger Patty which is so fantastically savory, juicy, and full of plant-based protein, I’ve clearly developed a new healthy habit. I make a big batch ahead of time, and then just use as needed (and by “as needed” I mean embarrassingly often).

Such an easy BBQ solution with only one little problem – everyone else seems to favor my burgers over the ones on the grill too. So do yourself a favor and bring extra, as these days survival of the fittest is more in line with He Who Has The Most Portobello Burgers. Evolution, baby.

Click here for my Portobello Burger Patty recipe.