Stuffed Southwestern Burgers

Name: Stuffed Southwestern Burgers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef; 1 1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning mix; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese; 4 whole-grain buns, split and toasted; lettuce; tomatoes, slices; red onion, slices; avocado, slices; salsa

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Ready In:: 50mins
Ingredients:: 10
Serves:: 4

ingredients

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 ¹⁄₂ teaspoons fajita seasoning mix
¹⁄₂ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese
4 whole-grain buns, split and toasted
Toppings (optional)
lettuce
tomatoes, slices
red onion, slices
avocado, slices
salsa

directions

Preheat greased barbecue grill to medium.
In a large bowl, combine beef, fajita seasoning and pepper.
Shape into 8 equal patties, about ¾ inch thick.
Top 4 patties with cheese, tearing cheese slices as needed to fit patties.
Cover with remaining patties, pressing edges to seal.
Place hamburgers on grill, close lid and grill, turning once, for 8-10 minutes per side until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 160 degrees.
Serve in buns with desired toppings.