1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
1 egg
1 slice rye bread, soaked in water and squeezed almost dry
1 tsp. minced onion
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1/4 tsp. seasoned pepper
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 clove garlic, minced
1-3 tsp. chili powder (plus more to taste)
1/2 c. water
Pinch Sugar (optional)

Mix beef with egg, bread, onion, salt, and pepper in medium bowl; shape into 6 patties; brown well on both sides in large non-stick skillet; remove from skillet; pour off all fat (dramatically lowers calories).

Add drained tomatoes, garlic, and chili powder; stir a few minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup water; taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch of sugar, and more chili powder. Return meat patties to skillet; simmer over low heat 10-12 minutes. Serve burgers with sauce.

Makes 6 servings, 252 calories each.

Submitted by: Karen LaValley