Hawaiian Beef Burgers

You can save money and a few calories, too, by eliminating the bacon slices used to wrap each patty. The Hawaiian Beef Burgers will still taste great and only your wallet will know the difference.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb ground chuck

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1 (13-ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup soy sauce

1 Tbsp white vinegar

1/4 cup vegetable oil

2 Tbsp ketchup

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

6 slices bacon

Directions

1. Combine beef, salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Shape into 6 patties.

2. Press 5 or 6 pineapple tidbits into each patty. Place patties in a glass baking dish.

3. Combine garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, ketchup and pepper flakes in a small bowl. Pour over patties. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to cook, at least 15 minutes.

4. Preheat grill. Drain patties. Wrap each with a slice of bacon. Secure with a wooden pick. Grill patties for 8 minutes on each side.