Jalapeno Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
• 2 to 3 jalapeno chiles, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Instructions

1. Brush grill rack with vegetable oil. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
2. Mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 6 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
3. Grill patties uncovered about 4 inches from MEDIUM heat 8 to 12 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center and juice is clear.

Yield: 6 servings