James Beard's Cheesed Hamburgers

Adapted from How to Eat Better for Less Money. The cheese keeps the meat moist as well as flavoring it.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  lbs ground beef
• 2  tablespoons onions, finely chopped
• 1  garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon black pepper
• 2⁄3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1  teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1  dash  hot pepper sauce

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients and mix well.
2. Form into 8 patties.
3. Grill, broil or pan-saute 5-6 minutes on each side, or until meat reaches desired doneness.