Rosy, Juicy, Merlot Burgers - Sutter Home Family Vineyards

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. ground beef chuck
• 1/2 cup regular cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup Merlot wine
• 1/4 cup bottled chili sauce
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 1/2 teaspoon chopped green bell pepper
• 6 whole wheat bakery quality hamburger buns
• 6 red leaf lettuce leaves
• 6 slices beefsteak tomatoes
• 1/4 cup spicey brown mustard
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• Oil for grill