Day 7

The Italian Burger
Jim did the grilling tonight. We tried a new recipe, the Italian Burger. The burger was full of flavor. For a twist, I think it would be a great base for a pizza burger. I loved being able to use some fresh basil from our garden.

The recipe:

• Approximately 1 pound ground beef (we used ground turkey)
  
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves (or 1 teaspoon fresh finely chopped basil)
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Optional

• Mozzarella or Provolone

Instructions

1. Preheat barbecue grill to medium heat.
2. Mix herbs, seasonings, and butter into the ground beef until it is evenly blended.
3. Divide into four portions and form each portion into a firm patty.
4. Cook over medium heat on the barbecue until cooked to appropriate temperature (160 degrees for medium).
5. If desired, top with slices of cheese when the burgers are almost done cooking for cheeseburgers.

Makes 4 good sized burgers. Serve on hamburger buns or on sliced italian bread .