El Paso Burgers

• ground round↗1 1⁄2 lbs
• mild, chopped green chilies1 can

  4 1/2 ounce

• finely chopped onion1⁄3 cup
• minced garlic1 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• black pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• monterey jack cheese, sliced thin↗3 ounces
• hamburger buns, toasted↗6

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Mix ground chuck with chilies, onion, garlic, salt and pepper, and blend well, but gently.

2. 2

   Form into 6 patties and grill, uncovered, about 4 inches from medium coals or other heat source until cooked to the degree desired.

3. 3

   Turn once half way through cooking time.

4. 4

   (To yield a juicy burger, do not mash burgers with spatula and check temperature with thermometer or T-stick.) One minute before burgers are done, add cheese and continue to cook until cheese is melted.

5. 5

   Serve with grilled corn on the cob and a freshly tossed salad.