Recipe: Double Salsa Burgers

DOUBLE SALSA BURGERS

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
FOR THE SALSA:
1 large tomato, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped green sweet pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 finely chopped, seeded jalapeno peppers
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon snipped cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
FOR SERVING:
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/3 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup dairy sour cream and/or guacamole

TO MAKE THE SALSA:
In a bowl combine tomato, green sweet pepper, onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic, cilantro, and salt. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the salsa. Cover and chill remaining salsa till serving time.

TO MAKE THE BURGERS:
In another bowl combine ground beef and the 2 tablespoons of salsa; mix well. Shape mixture into six 1/2-inch-thick oval patties.

Grill patties on an uncovered grill directly over medium coals for 13 to 15 minutes or till no pink remains, turning patties once halfway through grilling time.*

TO SERVE:
Arrange shredded lettuce on individual plates. Top with burgers, remaining salsa, and cheddar cheese. Serve with sour cream and/or guacamole.

*TO GRILL BY INDIRECT HEAT:
Arrange preheated coals around a drip pan in a covered grill. Test for medium heat above pan. Place patties on grill over drip pan. Cover and grill for 18 to 20 minutes or till no pink remains, turning patties once halfway through grilling time.

Makes 6 servings
Source: Better Homes and Gardens - Barbecues CD