Garlic-Basil Burgers Recipe

The microwave makes burgers for two super easy.
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Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In30 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexAverageServings2
CuisineCourse
TasteFeel
VegetarianMain Ingredient,
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Lean ground beef1⁄2 Pound
 Dry bread crumbs2 Tablespoon (Progresso)
 Lemon juice1 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Pepper1⁄8 Teaspoon
 Dried basil leaves1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Green onions2 Tablespoon, chopped (2 medium sized)
 Garlic1 Clove (5 gm), finely chopped
 Bacon slices2

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 258 Calories from Fat 94

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 11 g16.4%

Saturated Fat 4 g19.9%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 66.7 mg22.2%

Sodium 458.2 mg19.1%

Total Carbohydrates 13 g4.4%

Dietary Fiber 1.5 g6.1%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 26 g52%

Vitamin A 13.2% Vitamin C 15.3%

Calcium 5.5% Iron 18.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients except bacon. Shape mixture into 2 patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Place on microwavable rack in rectangular microwavable dish, 11x7x1 1/2 inches. Cover with waxed paper and microwave on High 2 minutes 45 seconds to 4 minutes or until just slightly pink in center. Remove from rack; let stand about 3 minutes or until burgers are no longer pink in center and juice is clear.

2. While burgers are standing, place bacon on rack in same dish. Cover with waxed paper and microwave on High 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes 30 seconds or until almost crisp; drain on paper towel. Cut bacon slices in half; place on patties.
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