"Freshly ground coffee adds a depth to the spice rub and brings out the flavor of the meat. Be sure to keep the rub recipe handy. The spice rub would also be great on steaks and chicken...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon freshly ground coffee
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2 teaspoons (packed) golden brown sugar
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2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
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8 slices applewood-smoked bacon
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1 pound ground chuck (preferably grass-fed)
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1 pound ground sirloin (preferably grass-fed)
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8 slices smoked provolone, smoked caciocavallo, or smoked Gouda cheese (about 8 ounces)
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8 potato-bread hamburger buns
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8 slices red onion
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8 slices tomato