SIDES: Juicy, Low-fat, Sliders on Whole Wheat Buns

Who doesn't like sliders? It's all the fun of a burger, but in a cuter, gourmet package.  This recipe results in a super juicy, well seasoned, and most importantly low-fat slider.  The key component of this recipe is the Lipton's Onion Soup mix (unfortunately, it does have MSG in it - if you can find a replacement, use it).

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground beef, chicken, or turkey
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 1/2 - 1 tbsp black pepper
• Optional: 1 jalapeno, finely chopped
• Whole wheat dinner rolls
• Romaine lettuce 
• Pepper jack cheese, cut into slices that fit the buns
• Brown mustard
• Ketchup (optional)

Instructions:

• Mix ground beef with the packet of onion soup mix and black pepper (add jalapeno if desired)
• Form into small (relatively flat) patties the size of your dinner rolls
• Heat patties on a grill or broil in oven (or bake at 450) for 8-10 minutes (4-5 minutes on each side)
• While the patties are cooking, stick buns on a cookie sheet and bake at 450 for 3-4 minutes
• Split buns and layer the cheese, patty, and lettuce - spread ketchup and mustard as desired on the top bun
• Optional: add onions, pickles, or hot peppers
• Enjoy!