Taco Burgers

Ingredients

Burgers

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix (old el paso is great)
• 1/4 cup crushed Doritos, nacho cheese flavor (or tortilla chips)
• 2 tablespoons salsa (we love Pace picante sauce)
• 1/4 teaspoon chopped jalapeno (optional)
• salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 hamburger buns, toasted

Condiments

• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 4 slices monterey jack cheese
• shredded lettuce
• 1 avocado, peeled and sliced (or guacamole)
• sliced tomato
• Doritos (additional, placed between the buns for more crunch)
• chopped jalapeno peppers
• 1 red onion, sliced
• sour cream
• salsa
• chopped cilantro

Directions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, working gently, mix ground beef with all burger ingredients except buns.

2. 2

   Divide the mixture into 4 quarters and lightly form into patties about 1" thick.

3. 3

   Place patties on an oiled outdoor grill (or you can cook in a skillet) and cook, turning once, about 10-15 minutes or until cooked to desired doneness. You can add the cheese slices onto the burgers a few minutes before they are done to melt if desired.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, open buns and toast on grill until lightly browned. Place cooked burgers on buns and top with desired toppings.