Ingredients
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground beef1 tablespoon olive oil4 slices smoked cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained4 onion hamburger buns, split
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, egg, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each with your thumb. Brush both sides of patties with oil.
Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Top burgers with cheese and chilies; grill 30 seconds longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on buns.
