Pepper-Jack Pork Burgers
Form burger patties and prep toppings ahead, so you're ready to grill when friends arrive.
Everyday Food, June 2012
http://www.marthastewart.com/903083/pepper-jack-pork-burgers
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil, for grilling
- 4 Anaheim chiles
- 1 large white onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- Salt and pepper
- 2 pounds ground pork, formed into 8 thin patties
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack (8 ounces)
- 8 hamburger buns
- Toppings, such as mayonnaise and cilantro (optional)
Directions
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Brush chiles and onion with oil, then season with salt and pepper. Grill vegetables, turning occasionally, until crisp-tender, 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board. Slice chiles, discarding stems and seeds.
- Season patties with salt and pepper, then brush with oil. Grill until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side; during last minute of cooking, top each burger with cheese and cover grill. Serve burgers on buns with chiles, onion, and other desired toppings.
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