Stuffed Tex-Mex Burgers

Crafty Lady 13's Note:

The kiddos will devour these cheese-filled burgers with the condiments of their choice, while the adults can dress them with an added kick of jalapeno mayonnaise and guacamole. From Southern Living Busy Moms Weeknight Favorites.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

Jalapeno Mayonnaise

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• ½ jalapeno pepper , seeded and finely minced
• 1⁄8; teaspoon pepper

Burgers

• 1 ½ lbs ground chuck
• 2 tablespoons grated onions
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 6 slices cheddar cheese
• 6 hamburger buns , split and toasted
• 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated guacamole
• shredded lettuce (optional)
• tomato , slices (optional)

Directions:

1. Process first 5 ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth; chill.
2. Preheat grill to medium-high (350° to 400°). Combine ground chuck, onion, and salt; shape into 12 (4-inch) patties. Fold cheese slices into quarters; top 6 patties with folded cheese slice. Cover cheese with remaining 6 patties; pressing to seal edges.
3. Grill patties, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat 5 minutes on each side or until done. For grown-up servings, serve burgers on buns with 2 tablespoons guacamole, 1 tablespoon mayonnaise mixture, and desired toppings. For plain servings, serve burgers on buns without the guacamole and mayonnaise mixture.