All-American Bacon Cheeseburger

We are nearing the last official day of summer, and though we have had some cooler fall weather already, today felt like summer again with temps up in the 80's. The perfect day to post this new recipe for hamburgers that I tried out a few weeks ago. Even tastier with homemade hamburger buns ... click here for another new recipe posted last week.

All-American Bacon Cheeseburgers

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Course: Main Course

Prep Time: 15 Min
Cook Time: 10 Min
Total Time: 25 Min

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp onion finely chopped
• 2 Tbsp ketchup
• 1 garlic clove minced
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp steak sauce
• 1/4 tsp cider vinegar
• 1 pound ground beef
• 4 slices cheddar cheese sharp
• 4 hamburger buns split and toasted
• 8 cooked bacon strips
• Optional toppings: lettuce leaves and tomato onion and pickle slices

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties.
2. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 3 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear.
3. Top with cheese. Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted.
4. Serve on split, toasted buns with bacon and toppings of your choice.
5. Yield: 4 servings.

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