GUACAMOLE BURGERS

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Classic bacon cheeseburgers are taken to a whole new level with zippy green chilies and melted Monterey Jack. A dollop of guacamole adds a delicious twist. Patricia Collins of Imbler, Oregon shares the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

8 bacon strips
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 pound ground beef
4 slices Monterey Jack cheese
4 sandwich buns, split and toasted
1/4 cup guacamole

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine onion and green chilies; set aside. Shape beef into eight patties. Top half of patties with onion mixture. Cover with remaining patties and firmly press edges to seal. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top each with bacon and cheese. Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on buns with guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549 calories, Fat 31g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 896mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 39g protein.