Meaty cheeseburgers

Serves 4

Per serving 418 kcal/17g fat
Preparation time: 10 mins
Cooking time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

For the burgers:-
400g (14oz) lean minced beef
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 tsp vegetable boullion stock powder
1 tsp Italian herb seasoning
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 egg, beaten
4 burger baps
2 tomatoes, sliced
a few crisp lettuce leaves
4 thin slices of low-fat mature Cheddar cheese
salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the dressing:-
2 tbsps virtually fat free fromage frais
1 tsp English mustard powder
½ tsp garlic puree
1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

In a large bowl mix together the mince, onion, stock powder and herbs and season with salt and black pepper. Add the beaten egg and combine well.
Press the mixture into 4 burger shapes and refrigerate until ready to cook.
Mix together the dressing ingredients and season to taste with salt and black pepper.
Preheat a non-stick griddle pan.
Place the burgers in the pan and cook for 8–10 minutes on each side, turning frequently.
Split the baps in half, and spread a little dressing on each base. Add the lettuce and tomato slices, and place the cooked burgers on top. Lay a slice of cheese over each one, add a little more dressing, and place the lids on top.
Serve hot with ketchup or pickles.

Chef's tip: As a variation, you can use minced lamb or turkey instead of beef in these tasty burgers