Jalapeno Popper Burgers

2 lbs lean ground beef (or gr turkey, or one of each)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 ounces light cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1-2 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper, seeded,to taste (you can add more if you like 'em HOT)

1Mix meat, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
2Shape the mixture into 12 thin patties, each about 4 inches in diameter.
3Mix the cream cheese, ancho chili powder, cumin, dried onion, and minced jalapeno.
4Top 6 patties with the cheese mixture, spreading it to within 1/2-inch of the edge (if the mixture is difficult to spread, try heating in the microwave for about 15 seconds).
5Cover each patty with one of the remaining 6 patties, sealing the edges well.
6Broil or grill the patties (4 inches from the heat), turning only once if possible, until preferred doneness and cheese is melted, about 10 to 15 minutes.


*Tracker does not include bun
*Tracker is for using one pound lean beef, one pound ground turkey

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SEESKO.