Cajun Pork Burgers

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3/4 pound andouille, removed from casing

1 pound ground pork

1 rib celery, finely chopped

1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped

1 small white onion (boiling onion), finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

4 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped, about 1 tablespoon or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper sauce, several drops

Coarse salt and black pepper

Special Sauce:

1/2 cup chili sauce

1/4 cup (3 well-rounded tablespoons) mayonnaise or reduced fat mayonnaise

1/4 cup (3 well-rounded tablespoons) prepared sweet red pepper relish

Toppings: Bibb lettuce or hearts of romaine, sliced vine ripe tomato, and 5 crusty rolls

Serving suggestion: Red Bean Salad, Cajun Oven Fries, recipes follow