CHILI-CHEESE BURGERS

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Instead of topping my burgers with cheese, I like to shred it and mix it into the meat when shaping the patties. This way, I'm sure to get a little cheesy goodness in every bite. -Deborah Williams, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 tablespoons chili sauce, divided
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 pound ground beef
4 hamburger buns, split
Lettuce leaves, tomato slices and mayonnaise, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine cheese, 2 tablespoons chili sauce and chili powder. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. , Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve on buns with remaining chili sauce and, if desired, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 718mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.