bacon and cheese stuffed burgers

Sparta, MI
Updated on Jul 8, 2012

Have you ever put lots of toppings on a burger and find it frustrating when they fall off. Well this recipe will cure that problem. These inside out stuffed burgers mix the toppings right into the meat. You'll get the taste of smokey flavored turkey bacon, cheddar, and portabella mushrooms in every bite. So simple, who knew!!! OMG, wouldn't this make a great meatloaf recipe too!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield

Ingredients

  • 2 slices turkey bacon or regular bacon
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1-1/2 ounce portabella mushrooms, finely chopped, or chopped olives if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon worchestershire sauce
  • 2 ounces reduced fat cheddar cheese, shredded or diced
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 4 - whole grain hamburger buns

How To Make bacon and cheese stuffed burgers

  • Step 1
    Prepare bacon. drain on paper towel. Chop into small pieces. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    In large mixing bowl, use your hands to thoroughly mix together next 7 ingredients. Mix in chopped bacon. Dampen hands and form into 4 equal size balls, then gently press into patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
  • Step 3
    Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium high, and brush the grill grates with oil. Grill burgers about 5 minutes on each side to desired doneness.
  • Step 4
    Remove burgers to let rest on clean plate while you warm the buns. Add additional toppings as desired.

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Category: Beef
Category: Burgers
Ingredient: Beef
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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