A while ago I was sent a variety of seasoning packets from a company called Amazing Taste. Being one who usually likes to mix my own spices, I’ll admit I was a bit skeptical at first as to what kind of flavor these little packets would produce. (I was sent seasoning packets for poultry, burgers, steaks, fish, and pork.)

Let me tell you, I recently tried the Amazing Taste for Burgers, and the flavor was delicious! A nice blend without any one overpowering flavor and without being wimpy on taste.

These little packets are only .99 cents, perfect for a great meal that doesn’t require much in the way of cost (or fuss to make). I like that.

Fiesta Burger
adapted from Amazing Taste

1 pound lean ground beef
½ packet Amazing Taste for Burgers
1/3 cup jalapeño peppers, chopped, seeds removed
¼ cup onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano flakes
2 ounces tomato sauce (or salsa for spicier flavor)

Combine ground beef, jalapeño peppers, onions, garlic, oregano, and sauce in a bowl. Mix well.

Shape mixture into 4 patties and coat well with Amazing Taste for Burgers. Grill or broil 5-6 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.

Garnish with lettuce and tomato, and serve with French fries and black beans.

Serves 4.

Melanie Hyatt is an editor at Maine Food & Lifestyle magazine.