Southwest Cheeseburgers

Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 Min.
Cook Time: 12 Min.

* 1 lb. ground beef (75% to 80% lean)
* 1/4 c. finely chopped green onions
* 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
* salt and pepper
* 4 hamburger buns, split, toasted
* 1/4 c. shredded Mexican cheese blend
* 1/2 c. chopped tomato

1. Combine ground beef, green onions and cumin in medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four 1/2-in. thick patties.
2. Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 11-13 min. (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 7-8 min.), until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
3. Place burger on bottom of each bun; top with cheese and tomato. Close sandwiches.

* Cook's Tip: To broil, place patties on rack in broiler pan so surface of beef is 3 to 4-in. from heat. Broil 10-12 min., turning once, until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F.

* Cook's Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.

* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

Calories: 383;   Total Fat: 19g;   Saturated Fat: 8g;   Cholesterol: 83mg;   Total Carbs: 23g;   Fiber: 1g;   Protein: 28g;   Sodium: 313mg;