Queso Burgers

Hamburgers get a spicy kick from a cheesy tomato and chile sauce. Velveeta® is a registered trademark of Kraft Foods, Inc. Ro*Tel® is a registered trademark of ConAgra Foods RDM, Inc.
15mins Prep Time
25mins Total Time
6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds ground sirloin beef (90% lean)
  • 1 can (10 oz each) Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, undrained
  • 1 lb (16 oz) Velveeta®, cut into cubes
  • 6 hamburger buns, split, toasted
  • 6 leaves green leaf lettuce
  • 1 large tomato, cut into 6 slices

Nutrition

Complete Nutrition Info

Directions

  1. Shape meat evenly into 6 patties. Cook in large skillet over medium-high heat 10 minutes or until cooked through (160°F), turning occasionally.
  2. Meanwhile, combine undrained tomatoes and Velveeta in 1-1/2-quart microwavable dish; cover. Microwave on HIGH 5 minutes or just until Velveeta melts, stirring after 3 minutes. Remove from microwave; stir mixture until well blended.
  3. Top bottom halves of buns with lettuce and tomatoes; add burgers. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the sauce over each. Cover with tops of buns. Serve with remaining sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.

Cook's Tips

Use Your Grill: Cook patties on preheated grill over medium heat 10 minutes or until cooked through (160°F), turning occasionally.

Nutrition

Complete Nutrition Info

Queso Burgers

Nutrition Information

Amount per serving
 
% Daily Value*
Carbohydrate
g 32
11 %
Cholesterol
mg 111
37 %
Total Fat
g 24
38 %
Iron
mg 4
23 %
Calories
kcal 521
26 %
Sodium
mg 1429
60 %
Protein
g 37
75 %
Saturated Fat
g 13
67 %
Sugars
g 9
1 %
Dietary Fiber
g 2
6 %
Vitamin C
mg 7
11 %
Vitamin A
iu 2439
49 %
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.