Looking to fire up your backyard barbecue with a new twist on bland hamburger patties? Try Brat Burgers -- a spiced-up flavorful combo of fresh bratwurst mixed with ground chuck and spiked with fiery seasonings.

Ingredients

1 package (19.76 oz.) Fresh Original Johnsonville Bratwurst
1 lb. ground chuck
1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 tsp. garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1/2 Tbsp. minced jalapeno peppers, optional

Instructions

1. Remove bratwurst from casing and place in a large mixing bowl.
2. Add remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly by hand.
3. Form patties with about 1/2 cup of the mixture and grill until cooked through and no longer pink.
4. Serve on hamburger-style rolls.

Makes 10

From the Kitchens at Johnsonville