Aloha Burgers

Servings: 4 / Total Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

• 1 can (8 ounces) sliced pineapple

• 3/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce

• 1 pound ground beef

• 1 large sweet onion, sliced

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 4 lettuce leaves

• 4 sesame seed or onion buns, split and toasted

• 4 slices Swiss cheese

• 4 bacon strips, cooked

Directions:

1. Drain pineapple juice into a small bowl; add teriyaki sauce. Place 3 tablespoons in a resealable plastic bag. Add pineapple slices; toss to coat and set aside.
2. Shape beef into four patties; place in an 8-in. square baking dish. Pour the remaining teriyaki sauce mixture over patties; marinate for 5-10 minutes, turning once.
3. Remove burger patties from marinade; discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-9 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender, about 5 minutes; set aside.
4. Remove pineapple slices from marinade; discard marinade. Place pineapple on grill or under broiler to heat through. Layer bottom buns with lettuce and onion. Top with burgers, cheese, pineapple and bacon. Replace tops.

Aloha Burgers Recipe photo by Taste of Home