June 14, 2010

Cheesy Chipotle Burgers

Prep time: 20 minutes*
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 lb. extra-lean ground beef
2 small chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
1/2 tsp. chilli powder
1/2 cup shredded Chihuahua cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup mayonnaise with lime juice
4 toasted whole-wheat hamburger buns
1/2 cup prepared guacamole
4 lettuce leaves
black bean and corn salsa, jalapeno slices (optional)

DIRECTIONS:
1. In large bowl combine beef, chipotles, garlic, paprika and chili powder; mix well. Cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
2. Remove beef mixture from refrigerator; divide into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball. Using you thumb, press into the center of each ball to form a depression. Place 2 tablespoons of cheese into each depression. Form beef mixture around cheese, shaping each into 1/2-inch-thick patties. Sprinkle patties with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
3. Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spry. Preheat grill to medium-high (350-400F). Grill patties 6-8minutes per side for medium, or until beef is no longer pink (160F)
4. Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on bottom half of each bun. Top with 1 lettuce leaf and 2 tablespoons guacamole. Place patty on guacamole, and top with 1 tablespoon salsa and jalapeno slices, if desired. Serve immediately.

*4 hours marinate time extra

Per serving:
530 cal
29g fat
26g carbs
42g protein

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