Grilled Mushroom Swiss Burger

 

2

tablespoons butter

1

package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms

3

tablespoons soy sauce

3

large garlic cloves, sliced or finely chopped

1 1/2

lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

1/2

teaspoon garlic powder

1

teaspoon salt

1/2

teaspoon pepper

6

slices Swiss cheese

6

burger buns, split

2

medium tomatoes, sliced

1

medium onion, sliced

• 1 Heat gas or charcoal grill to medium heat.
• 2 In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, soy sauce and garlic; cook until mushrooms are tender and liquid evaporates. Set aside; keep warm.
• 3 Shape beef into 6 (1/2 inch thick) patties. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Place patties on grill; cover grill. Cook with medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F. Place cheese slices on top of burgers; cover and cook 1 to 2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
• 4 Place burgers in buns. Divide cooked mushrooms evenly over burgers. Top with tomatoes and onion.