Ground Venison Burgers

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Even folks who aren't fans of venison will enjoy these zippy burgers, deliciously topped with pepper cheese and a cool lime-mustard mayonnaise. 'My son, who's an avid hunter, gave me this super recipe,' says Jerry Honeyager of North Prairie, Wisconsin.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • cup mayonnaise

  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • ½ teaspoon grated lime peel

  • cup chopped green onions

  • 3 tablespoons plain yogurt

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper*

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon pepper

  • 2 pounds ground venison

  • 8 hamburger buns, split

  • 8 slices Pepper Jack cheese

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, mustard and lime peel; cover and refrigerate until serving.

  2. In a bowl, combine the onions, yogurt, jalapeno, salt and pepper. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight patties. Pan-fry, grill or broil until meat is no longer pink. Serve on buns; top with cheese and mayonnaise mixture.

Tips

When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands. Avoid touching your face.