Mini Burger Bites

Name: Mini Burger Bites
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 16 appetizers.
Ingredients: 16 frozen waffle-cut fries; 1 pound ground beef; 2 teaspoons steak seasoning; 4 slices cheddar cheese, quartered; Optional toppings: sliced red pearl onions, thinly sliced cherry tomatoes, dill pickle slices and yellow mustard

These yummy bites are a huge hit at parties. People say they’re even better than the mini burger appetizers that are so popular at restaurants.—Maribeth Condo, Lindenhurst, Illinois

Ingredients

16 frozen waffle-cut fries
1 pound ground beef
2 teaspoons steak seasoning
4 slices cheddar cheese, quartered
Optional toppings: sliced red pearl onions, thinly sliced cherry tomatoes, dill pickle slices and yellow mustard

Directions

Bake waffle fries according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine beef and steak seasoning. Shape into 16 patties. Cook in a large skillet until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear, turning once.
Top each waffle fry with a burger and cheese. Broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Finish with toppings of your choice.

Originally published as Mini-Burger Potato Bites with Carmalized Onions and Hollandaise Sauce in Summer Appetizers Recipe Cards 2012