Calico Burgers

Submitted by: Maryann Bondonese at Allrecipes

"On summer Sundays when our children were young, we'd often invite guests for cookouts,' recalls Maryann Bondonese of Nazareth, Pennsylvania. 'These unique burgers were always a hit."

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup cooked rice
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Dash pepper

Barbecue Sauce
2/3 cup water
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; mix well. Shape into four to six oval patties. Grill over hot coals until meat reaches desired doneness, about 15-20 minutes. Combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan; simmer for 15 minutes. Serve with burgers.