"Build a burger by first mixing beef with bacon and seasonings, then layering with a three cheese queso and finishing with zesty toppings...."
INGREDIENTS
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Ingredients
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For the burgers:
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1 1/2 pounds 80% lean ground beef
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1/4 pound good-quality smoky bacon (uncooked), finely chopped
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2 round tablespoons pureed chipotle in Adobo sauce
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
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3-4 tablespoons grated onion
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Salt and pepper
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Vegetable or olive oil for drizzling
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For the 3-cheese queso:
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 round tablespoon flour
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1 cup milk
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About 1 1/2 cups grated Manchego cheese (1/3 pound)
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About 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (1/4 pound)
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About 1/4-1/3 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (a couple of small handfuls)
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6 burger rolls, split
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For the toppings:
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Crispy tortilla chips – blue, yellow or multigrain
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Minced red onions
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Chopped cilantro
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Chopped seeded tomato
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Pickled jalapeño slices
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Serves 6