Rachael Ray's Palomilla Burgers with Mustard Potato Salad

I wasn't sure what to expect with these burgers, but the flavor was AWESOME. They reminded me of a really flavorful beef taco.

1 lb ground beef
small handful cilantro leaves, finely chopped
3 T grated onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 t oregano
1/2 t ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
3-4 slices your favorite cheese (I used pepper jack)
hamburger buns (I used homemade), toasted
lettuce, tomato

Preheat broiler or grill.

Combine meat with herbs, onion, garlic, spices and salt and pepper. Form into 3-4 patties.

Broil or grill burger til cooked as desired. Top with cheese and cook just til cheese is melted.

Serve burgers atop buns with lettuce and tomato alongside potato salad.

Mustard Potato Salad
6 potatoes, peeled, cooked and diced
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/4 cup mayo
1/4 cup dill relish
2 hard boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
splash of milk or half and half
salt and pepper to taste

In a large bowl with a tight fitting cover, toss potatoes with remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

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