Herbed Buffalo Burgers

Yield: 6 servings
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 12 mins

Recipe by Greg Patent

An egg and cooked onion add moisture to lean buffalo burgers.

Ingredients

Burgers:: 1tablespoon olive oil; 1medium onion, finely chopped; 1-- garlic clove, minced; 1 1/2pounds ground buffalo; 1teaspoon salt; 1/2teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper; 1/2teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crumbled; 2tablespoons chopped parsley; 1large egg; 1tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
To assemble:: -- Sharp Cheddar or American cheese slices; -- Hamburger buns; -- Lettuce, optional; -- Sliced tomato, optional; -- Mayonnaise, optional

Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat; add onion and garlic and sauté 5 minutes.
Combine buffalo, onion mixture and remaining ingredients. Form into 6 patties about 3⁄4-inch thick. Place on a tray lined with plastic wrap, cover with more plastic wrap, and refrigerate until ready to cook. (Patties may be prepared 1 day ahead).
Preheat grill until hot. Place patties on the grill rack over coals and cook, covered, about 4 minutes. Flip, top with sliced cheese, cover and cook 3 to 4 minutes more, until done. Place patties on bun bottoms; top with lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise, if using, and bun tops. Serves 6.

Recipe by Greg Patent.