GARLIC-BASIL BURGERS

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The microwave makes burgers for two super easy.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 19m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons Progresso™ dry bread crumbs (any flavor)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons)
1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
2 slices bacon

Steps:

Mix all ingredients except bacon. Shape mixture into 2 patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Place on microwavable rack in rectangular microwavable dish, 11x7x1 1/2 inches. Cover with waxed paper and microwave on High 2 minutes 45 seconds to 4 minutes or until just slightly pink in center. Remove from rack; let stand about 3 minutes or until burgers are no longer pink in center and juice is clear.
While burgers are standing, place bacon on rack in same dish. Cover with waxed paper and microwave on High 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes 30 seconds or until almost crisp; drain on paper towel. Cut bacon slices in half; place on patties.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg