BACKYARD BEER BURGERS

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup regular or nonalcoholic beer
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
6 rye or whole wheat hamburger buns, split
Ketchup, if desired
Pickle planks, if desired

Directions:

1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except buns, ketchup and
pickles. Shape mixture into 6 patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
2. Place patties on grill rack over medium heat.
Cover grill; cook 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of
patties reads 160ºF. Add buns, cut sides down, for last 4 minutes of grilling or until toasted.
3. Top burgers with ketchup and pickle planks; serve on buns.

Thanks to Pamela K. Kinney!