Grilled French Onion Burger~

2 pounds ground beef
1 envelope (about 1 1/2 ounces) onion soup mix
8 ounces French onion dip (1 cup)
1/2 cup Progresso® plain bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves
8 slices tomato
8 kaiser rolls, split and toasted
Ketchup, if desired
Pickle planks, if desired


1. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Mix beef, soup mix (dry), onion dip, bread crumbs and pepper. Shape mixture into 8 patties about 3/4 inch thick.
2. Grill patties uncovered 4 to 6 inches from medium heat 10 to 15 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F. Place lettuce leaves and tomato slices on bottom halves of rolls; top with burgers, ketchup and pickles. Top with remaining roll halves.