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Grilled Jalapeno Cheeseburgers




Source of Recipe


txbeef.org






Recipe Introduction


Cheeseburgers with zip.





List of Ingredients



• 1 lb. lean ground beef
  
• 2 tsp. fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  
• 1-1/2 tsp. chili powder
  
• 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  
• 4 thin tomato slices
  
• 4 hamburger buns, split, toasted
  






Instructions



1. In medium bowl, combine ground beef, jalapeno pepper and chili powder, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
   
2. Shape beef mixture into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
   
3. Place patties on grid over medium ash-covered coals. Grill uncovered 14-16 minutes or until centers are no longer pink, turning once. Check with a meat thermometer for an internal temperature of 160°F.
   
4. Approximately 1 minute before burgers are done, sprinkle each with 1 Tbsp. cheese.
   
5. Place one slice tomato on bottom half of each bun and top with burger. Close sandwiches and serve.
   






Final Comments


Serves 4