Hearty Hoedown Grilled Burgers

by Cassandra

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/3 cup finely chopped onion (1 small)
1/3 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 slices (1 oz) American cheese
6 burger buns, split
1/4 cup sandwich spread (from 16-oz jar)
Red onion slices, if desired

Directions

1.) Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix ground beef, onion, bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder and pepper until well blended. Shape mixture into 6 patties, 1/2 inch thick.

2.) Place patties on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 13 to 15 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F.

3.) To toast buns, place cut sides down on grill during last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking time. Top each patty with cheese slice; cook just until cheese is melted.

4.) Spread cut sides of toasted buns with sandwich spread; top with onion slices. Place cheese-topped patties in buns.