sliders with chipotle mayonnaise and sweet potato fries

this isn't one of the healthiest meals i've ever made, but it seemed kind of fun, and i justified it by making some of the burgers with bison (which is surprisingly lean and healthy), and the fries out of sweet potatoes. adapted from the food network, this is a fun, fast and easy meal.

sliders with chipotle mayonnaise

ingredients

chipotle mayonnaise:

1 cup mayonnaise

2 chipotles in adobo sauce (found near the salsa/mexican food aisle)

1 tablespoon adobo sauce

1/2 lime, juice

salt and freshly ground black pepper

sliders:

1 to 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, bison or turkey (your preference)

salt and fresh ground black pepper, for seasoning

cheese slices

mini burger buns

burger bar:

chipotle mayonnaise

pickles

red onion slices

chipotle mayonnaise directions:

add all ingredients in food processor and puree. season with salt and pepper.

slider directions:

preheat grill over medium high heat (medium low for bison).

form the meat into 2-3 ounce portions, pack tightly. season with salt and pepper. if using bison, wait until after meat is cooked to season. 

place the sliders on grill. wait until they are nice and crusty on the first side, about 4-5 minutes and then flip to cook another 4 minutes. when the sliders are about done, top with cheese slice and close the grill to let the cheese melt. ** if using bison, flip at about 3 minutes (bison should be slightly pink inside).

place the slider on the mini bun and top with chipotle mayonnaise and other desired toppings.

sweet potato fries

ingredients

2 pounds sweet potatoes

1 tablespoon canola oil

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or if you can't find this seasonal item, use some cinnamon and cumin)

1 tablespoon low-sodium chili seasoning mix

salt and pepper

directions

preheat oven to 400 degrees F. line baking sheet with aluminum foil. set aside.

use peeler to peel sweet potatoes. cut potatoes in half length-wise, then cut into 1/2 thick fries.

place sweet potato fries in a large mixing bowl. add oil and spices and mix until they are thoroughly coated with spices.

spread fries in a single layer over prepared baking sheet. place in preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, turning once to ensure even cooking. remove from oven and serve hot.

**these were also great dipped in the chipotle mayonnaise. thanks patti! xoxo.