BASIL BURGERS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO MAYONNAISE

Basil Burgers with Sun-Dried Tomato Mayonnaise image

I often end up with a bumper crop of herbs-and here's one of my favorite basil recipes. These burgers feature great Italian flavor. The gooey, cheesy centers and scrumptious topping are irresistible. -Virginia Kochis, Springfield, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 cup boiling water
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
Additional fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine tomatoes and water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. In a food processor, combine mayonnaise and tomatoes; cover and process until blended. Chill until serving., In a large bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, basil, Italian seasoning, garlic, pepper and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 12 thin patties. Place 2 tablespoons cheese on six patties; top with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal., On a greased grill, cook burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Serve on buns with mayonnaise mixture and, if desired, additional basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 904mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.