Bacon Onion and Cheese Stuffed Burgers

Ingredients

• Ground beef (1.5 pounds (80/20 blend recommended))
• Bacon (8 slices)
• Onion (1 large, chopped)
• Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Hamburger buns (4)
• Lettuce (4 leaves)
• Tomato (1, sliced)
• Pickles (1/2 cup)
• Ketchup (to taste)
• Mustard (to taste)

Instructions

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess grease.
2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked bacon (chopped), caramelized onion, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty, making an indentation in the center to create a pocket for the filling.
5. Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a hamburger bun and topping with lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.