Betty’s Burgers

"I dreamed up these cheese- and vegetable-stuffed burgers for a family barbecue years ago," "They're delicious grilled or pan-fried. You bite into a surprise."

Betty’s Burgers

Average Rating: 4.5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 6 thin slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 large green pepper, julienned
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
  • 6 thin slices Swiss cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce leaves
  • 6 hamburger buns, split

Instructions

  • 1. Shape beef into 12 thin patties. Top six patties with a slice of cheddar cheese, green pepper strips and a slice of onion, tomato and Swiss cheese. Top each with another patty and seal edges. Season to taste.
  • 2. Grill beef, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Serve on lettuce-lined buns.