Ingredient

• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
• 4 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 3/4 pound bulk pork sausage
• 8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
• 8 hamburger buns, split, toasted
• 8 lettuce leaves
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 1 to 2 ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
• Optional: Mayonnaise or mustard

Direction

1. In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 8 patties.
2. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top each burger with a cheese slice.
3. Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese begins to melt. Serve on buns, with the lettuce, tomato, avocado and mayonnaise or mustard if desired.