BLUE CHEESE-STUFFED SIRLOIN PATTIES

Christine Andrews

Makes 4 servings

1 1/2 pounds ground beef sirloin
1/2 c. (2 oz) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 c. crumbled blue cheese
1/4 c. finely chopped parsley
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire saice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt, plus more to taste
2 tsp olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips

Shape beef into 8 patties, about 4 inches in diamter and 1/4 inch thick.

Combine cheese, parsley, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and 1/4 tsp salt in small bowl, toss gently to blend.

Mound 1/4 cheese mixture on each of 4 patties (about 3 tbsp per patty). Top with remaining 4 patties, pinch edges of patties to seal completely. Set aside.

Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add pepper strips, cook and stir until edges of peppers begins to brown. Sprinkle with salt to taste. Remove from skillet and keep warm.

Add beef patties to same skillet, cook on medium-high 5 minutes. Turn patties, top with peppers. Cook 4 minutes or until patties are no longer pink in centers (160 F)

Nutrients per serving: Calories 463, Total fat 32g, Saturated fat 16g, Protein 38g, Total Carbs 2g, Fiber 1g, Cholesterol 131mg, Sodium 548 mg

Submitted by: Christine Andrews

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