2 lbs. Ground beef

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

6 slices of white onion, 1/2 inch thick

Vegetable oil cooking spray

Canola oil

3 ounces blue cheese cut into 6 slices or crumbled

1. Combine the beef, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Using your hands, mix well. Form into 6 patties. Refrigerate until ready to grill.

2. Prepare a charcoal or gas grill. Lightly spray the grill rack with vegetable oil cooking spray. The coals should be hot.

3. Brush the onion slices with oil and season each with salt and pepper. Grill on the outer edge of the grill for 5 or 6 minutes until the onions begin to soften. Turn and grill for 8 or 9 minutes on the other side or until tender and lightly browned. Lift from the grill, set aside, and keep warm.

4. Grill the burgers for about 5 minutes. Turn and place a slice of cheese or crumble about 1/2 ounce cheese on top of each burger. Grill the burgers, covered, for 4 to 5 minutes longer, or until the cheese melts and the burgers are medium-well. Top with the onions and serve.