Lamb And Spinach Burgers

1. 1

   Heat broiler or prepare outdoor grill.

2. 2

   Remove any tough stems from spinach.

3. 3

   Wash leaves and dry well. Set aside about 1/3 of the nicest leaves for garnish.

4. 4

   Chop the rest and reserve. Meanwhile, in a medium frying pan over medium high heat, cook the bacon until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain on paper towels, crumble and set aside.

6. 6

   Discard all but 1 tablespoon rendered fat.

7. 7

   Place pan with the reserved bacon fat over medium heat.

8. 8

   Add red pepper and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Add reserved chopped spinach and cook just until it wilts, 2 to 3 minutes.

10. 10

    In a large bowl, combine the crumbled bacon and the spinach mixture with lamb and bread crumbs.

11. 11

    Mix until well blended, then divide mixture in fourths, shaping each portion into a 1 1/4-inch thick patty.

12. 12

    Place patties on grill, broiler pan or a foil-lined cookie sheet and cook, turning once, until done (6 to 7 minutes per side for medium rare longer for well done).

13. 13

    Line rolls with reserved spinach leaves.

14. 14

    Add burgers and top with crumbled Feta cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.