Ortega salsa and chilies make a welcome addition to hamburgers. Grill or pan-fry these tasty burger. Top with lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Serve them with tortilla chops and ice-cold Nestea.
2 pounds lean ground beef
1 (16-ounce) jar ORTEGA Salsa – Thick & Chunky (Medium), divided use
1 (7-ounce) can ORTEGA® Diced Green Chilies
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, sliced
12 hamburger buns
COMBINE beef, 3/4 cup salsa, chilies and eggs in large bowl. Shape into 12 patties.
GRILL or broil on each side until no longer pink in center. Top each burger with one slice cheese. Serve on buns with additional salsa.
Makes 12 servings.