Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 Min.
Cook Time: 10 Min.

* 1 lb. ground beef (96% lean)
* 9 small whole wheat hamburger buns, split, divided
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 1/2 tsp. ground chipotle chili powder
* 2 slices pepper Jack cheese, cut in quarters

Toppings:
* barbeque sauce
* lettuce
* tomato slices
* pickles

1. Tear one hamburger bun into pieces. Place in food processor or blender container. Cover; pulse on and off, to form fine crumbs.
2. Combine bread crumbs, beef, garlic and chili powder in medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into eight 1/2-in. thick mini patties.
3. Place patties on grill over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 9 min. (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 9 to 10 min.) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. Evenly top with cheese during last minute of grilling.
4. Place burgers on bottoms of remaining eight buns. Top with desired Toppings. Close sandwiches.

* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff.

Calories: 201;   Total Fat: 6g;   Saturated Fat: 3g;   Cholesterol: 40mg;   Total Carbs: 21g;   Fiber: 3g;   Protein: 16g;   Sodium: 266mg;