1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup prepared coleslaw salad dressing
4 thick slices bread, toasted
4 bacon strips, cooked and drained
4 slices Swiss cheese
4 slices tomato
4 slices onion
8 slices unpeeled cucumber
4 slices dill pickle
4 pitted jumbo ripe olives
1/4 cup salad dressing of your choice, optional

Directions

Shape beef into four patties. Broil 4-in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or cook in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 egg
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons canola oil
6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
6 slices reduced-fat process American cheese product
Dill pickle slices, fat-free mayonnaise and ketchup, optional

Place the beans, water and lemon juice in a food processor; cover and process until blended.

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
6 lettuce leaves
6 slices tomato

Directions

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-hot heat for 8-10 minutes on each side.

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
6 lettuce leaves
6 slices tomato

Directions

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-hot heat for 8-10 minutes on each side.

1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and diced
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef
4 hamburger buns, split
Lettuce leaves and tomato slices

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, onions, Worcestershire sauce and salt.
Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties.

Grill, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-9 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato.
Yield: 4 servings.

3 lbs lean ground beef
1 large red onion, coarsely chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/2 cup diced canned (drained) or fresh ripe tomatoes
5 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp fresh basil, minced or 1 tsp dry Italian seasoning
3/4 cup bread crumbs or panko

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, mixing thoroughly.
Form into 12 balls. Press to flatten.

Extras may be layered between sheets of plastic wrap or wax paper and frozen.

1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp salt, divided
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp beer, preferably lager or ale, divided
1 tsp brown sugar
4 slices pepper Jack cheese
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
Lettuce leaves, tomato slices and onion slices, for garnish

Combine garlic, Worcestershire, cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper and ground beef in a large bowl.
Form into 4 patties.
If desired, cover and refrigerate up to 4 hrs.

1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup egg substitute
1-1/4 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pound lean ground turkey
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices tomato
4 slices onion

SAUCE:
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
1 teaspoon ranch salad dressing mix

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties.

1 can (8 ounces) sliced pineapple
3/4 cup teriyaki sauce
1 pound ground beef
1 large sweet onion, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
4 lettuce leaves
4 sesame seed or onion buns, split and toasted
4 slices Swiss cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked

Drain pineapple juice into a small bowl; add teriyaki sauce. Place 3 tablespoons in a resealable plastic bag. Add pineapple; toss to coat and set aside.
Shape beef into four patties; place in an 8-in. square baking dish. Pour the remaining teriyaki sauce mixture over patties; marinate for 5-10 minutes, turning once.