Southwest-style Salisbury Steaks

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds ground chuck beef
• ½ cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 x 4-ounce can chopped mild green chilies
• 2 tablespoons minced green onions
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 avocado, pitted, peeled, sliced
• purchased salsas

Procedures

1. Using hands, gently mix first 7 ingredients in large bowl just until blended.
2. Form into four ¾-inch-thick oval patties (can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill)
3. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
4. Grill patties until cooked to desired doneness, about 6 minutes per side for medium-rare.
5. Transfer patties to plates.
6. Top with avocado slices and lime-pickled red onions.
7. Serve, passing salsas alongside.
8. Color (red or yellow) is totally optional.