Hot n' spicy beef burgers

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsGround Beef (85% lean)
teaspoonJalapeno Peppers , chopped
½teaspoonGround Cumin
½teaspoonSalt
teaspoonPepper
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¼cupMonterey Jack Cheese
/shredded (about 1 oz.)
4slicesTomato
4eachesHamburger Buns

Directions

Combine ground beef, jalapeno peppers, cumin, salt and pepper; mix lightly but thoroughly. Divide beef mixture into 4 equal portions; shape into ½ inch thick patties, 4 inches in diameter. Place patties on grid over medium coals. grill 7 to 9 minutes, turning once. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon cheese on each burger 1 minute before end of cooking time. Place tomato slice on bun bottom; top each with grilled burger and cover with roll top. To check temperature, cautiously hold hand about 4 inches above coals, Medium coals will force removal of hand in 4 seconds.

Source: The Clarion-Ledger, Jackson, Mississippi Wednesday, Aug 3, 1994

Typed for your Enjoyment By Tony Burke, Natchez,Mississippi