THREE-CHEESE FLORENTINE BURGERS

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We love cheese. It's an ingredient that's always in my fridge. I came up with this recipe to showcase one of our favorite combinations: spinach and cheese! -Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/3 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinaigrette
BURGERS:
1 large egg
1/3 cup fresh baby spinach, finely chopped
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons shredded Asiago cheese
3 tablespoons chopped red onion
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Place spinach in a small bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the egg, chopped spinach, cheeses, onion, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties., Grill 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. Top with mozzarella cheese. Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on buns with spinach mixture.

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