Chili, Chili, Chili Burger

How to Make

• Step 1: Salsa ... See http://www.recipezazz.com/recipe/tomatillo-poblano-avocado-salsa-21341 for the complete recipe. Now this makes a good 2 cups; so, for this particular recipe (if just making burgers); I usually cut this in half. You will still have a bit left over, for a snack the next day; but, it is great with tortilla chips or your favorite veggies. Maybe plan making the whole recipe for this weekend - Burgers on Friday night; and, the rest as a salsa for the game on Sunday. Let the salsa chill a good hour in the refrigerator before serving, if possible; but, not necessary.

• Step 2: Burger ... Add everything to a bowl (except the cheese), and mix to combine. Form the burgers; and, let them rest in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for 1-2 hours, to develop the flavors. Again ... it isn't necessary; but, definitely worth it if you have the time.

• Step 3: Sauce ... Simply mix the mayo and chipotles together in a small bowl - done.

• Step 4: Back to the Burger ... Now, the salsa, burgers and sauce are all prepped! Just make sure you got everything else ready; which is very simple. On the grill - the burgers. I actually prefer a grill pan or cast iron pan for my burgers, if possible.

• Step 5: A little non stick spray or olive oil; and, bring to medium high to high heat. Add the burgers, and cook until you get a nice char. About 3-4 minutes. Then, flip; and, continue cooking until you get that second nice char (another 3-4 minutes if that). I like my burger medium; but, you may have to adjust cooking times ... depending on your pan, size of burger; and, the doneness you like. Once the burger is just about done, add the cheese, cover, cook just a minute; then, remove from the heat. In just a minute, your cheese should be melted - and your burger is done.

• Step 6: Finish ... For this recipe, I DO NOT toast the buns; you can if you want, I don't. Build your burger ... Bottom bun, a light slather of the sauce, lettuce, cheesy burger, salsa, fried onions (as many as you like), lettuce; and the top bun ... also with a light slather. DONE!

• Step 7: Serve and ENJOY! ... Dig in. It is a bit spicy ... but NOT HOT; and definitely juicy As mentioned, you probably will have some salsa leftover; and, it is great with chips or veggies the next day. Just keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Serve your burger with potato chips and a pickle.