burgers on the grill!!

Hey foodies!  Today was so beautiful we decided to grill these burgers instead of pan frying them like the recipe called for.  We had some friends over to join us for supper so I made a cocktail as well.  We had a good time though we got started later than we had expected to.  Nothing better than a couple cool drinks and some delicious food from the grill.  Love  it!!!  I only hope our cold weather has passed and we can do some more of this.  Ok.  Menu for tonight:  Change of pace burgers with loaded waffle fries.  I did leave out the mushrooms since I wasn't sure if the other couple liked them or not.  I will put mushrooms in mine the next time though.  I was worried that the burgers would be more like meat loaf on buns, but it wasn't!!  The burgers were so moist and delicious packed with green peppers and onions with chili sauce.  oh yeah!  The waffle fries were just the right touch for this burger.  You've got to try them!!!  Here are the recipes:

CHANGE OF PACE BURGERS

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons chili sauce
• 1 pound ground beef
• 4 hamburger buns, split
• Ketchup and mustard, optional

Directions

• In a large bowl, combine the onion, green pepper, mushrooms and chili sauce. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties.
• In a large skillet, cook patties over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until meat is no longer pink. Serve on buns with ketchup and mustard if desired. Yield: 4 servings.

LOADED WAFFLE FRIES:

Ingredients

• 4 cups frozen waffle-cut fries
• 1/2 to 1-1/2 teaspoons steak seasoning
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 2 tablespoons real bacon bits

Directions

• Arrange waffle fries in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.
• Sprinkle with steak seasoning; toss to coat. Top with cheese, onions and bacon. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 4 servings.

Enjoy these recipes; we sure did!  Blessings and good eating!