Mini Onion Burgers

Makes 12 to 15 servings

1 red onion, sliced

1 lb. lean ground beef

1/4 t. salt

1/8 t. pepper

12 to 15 small potato rolls, split

6 T. mayonnaise

2 T. Dijon mustard

1/2 to 1 t. cayenne pepper

Optional: mustard, catsup or mayonnaise

Preheat a flat-top grill pan over high heat. Add onion and cook until tender, about 10 minutes; remove to a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix beef, salt and pepper. Form into small patties, about 2 inches across. Add patties to grill pan; cook 3 to 4 minutes per side. For Special Sauce, mix mayonnaise, mustard and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Serve patties on buns with grilled onion, Special Sauce and other toppings, if desired.

Savor sweet onions when they’re in season from April to August! Often named for the region where they’re grown, like Vidalia, Walla Walla, Maui Sweets and Bermuda, sweet onions are mild, crisp and especially delicious eaten uncooked on grilled burgers, sandwiches and tossed salads.