Instructions: Put the ground beef in a large mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of soup mix, the garlic, Italian herbs and bell pepper. Mix well and divide into eight portions.

In medium bowl, combine blue cheese, cream cheese and the remaining onion soup mix. Divide into eight pieces. Place a piece of the mixture on each portion of beef, shaping the beef around the cheese to form balls. Flatten into burgers about 3/4 inch thick. Refrigerate an hour or longer before cooking. (This will blend flavors and firm the cheese so it doesnt melt too quickly.)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Lightly spray a broiling pan or rack set in a roasting pan with cooking spray. Set a large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. When hot, sear the burgers for one minute on each side.

Transfer to the prepared pan. Bake about 10 to 12 minutes, or until cooked through in center. Serve immediately.

Note: The burgers can also be grilled over medium-hot coals about five to six minutes per side, or until cooked through.

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