Dad's Onion Burger

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Yields: 6 servings

Description
Dad's not the only one who will love this flavorful burger, expect these to be requested again!

Ingredients
1 large onion 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil salt and pepper to taste, optional
 * 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
 * 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
 * 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
 * 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
 * 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
 * 6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
 * 6 tablespoons prepared Thousand Island salad dressing (ideally home-made, but store bought can be used to save time)
 * 6 lettuce leaves
 * 6 slices tomato

Directions

 * 1) Slice onion into 1/2-in.-thick rings; thread onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Brush with oil. Season with salt and pepper if desired. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat for about 8-10 minutes on each side.
 * 2) While those are grilling, combine the green pepper, cheese, parsley and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl. Crumble beef over mixture, mix well, and shape into six dense patties - making sure the ingredients are pressed together well.
 * 3) Move onions to indirect heat. Place burger patties over direct heat and grill, covered, for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until desired level of pink is reached. Cook onion 10 minutes longer or until it becomes tender.
 * 4) Spread bun bottoms with dressing, add lettuce, tomato, and onion to each and a burger.
 * 5) Replace bun tops, serve, and enjoy.