Spicy grilled burgers made with ground beef and pork seasoned with the 'Cajun trinity', bell pepper, onion and celery.

Cajun Cheeseburger

1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons green pepper, chopped

2 tablespoons chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon dried, crushed basil
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 slices Wisconsin cheddar cheese
4 hamburger buns, toasted
4 tomato slices
1/4 cup green onion slices

1. Combine beef, pork, chopped onion, green pepper, celery and seasonings; mix well. Shape into four patties. Cook as directed below.
2. Place patties on oiled grill over medium coals (coals will be glowing). Grill, uncovered, 5 minutes on each side to desired doneness. Top each with cheese; continue grilling until cheese is melted.
3. Place each patty on bun. Top with tomato; sprinkle with green onion.

Makes 4 servings.

Adapted recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, Inc.