Highway Diner’s Chili-Size Burgers

Submitted by Chef #208121

"A chili smothered hamburger rom the Retro Diner. You want fries with that?"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 3 1⁄2 lbs ground round, divided
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 cup onion
• 1 finely chopped garlic clove
• 1⁄2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1⁄2 lb lean pork sausage
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 large finely chopped canned green chili pepper
• 1 (1 lb) can whole tomato
• 1 (1 lb) can red kidney beans
• 4 hamburger buns
• 1⁄2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
• 1⁄2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

directions

1. In medium bowl combine 2 pounds round with garlic and form into 4 patties. Then in heavy skillet such as cast iron, sear on both sides. Turn down heat and cook for 5 to 8 more minutes or until juices run clear. Set aside in warmer.
2. Add the oil and saute the onions garlic and bell pepper until onions are semitransparent. Put in bowl and set aside.
3. Then brown the rest of the meats. Drain off fat.
4. Add salt, chili powder and pepper, tomatoes and kidney beans. Simmer for 30 minutes.
5. Add the cooked onion mix. Simmer a bit more or until completely heated. Stir often.
6. Place the patty on the bun and smother with chili mix.
7. top with chopped onions and cheese.