CARAMELIZED ONION-BACON BURGERS

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These juicy, flavorful burgers feature a nice tang with the barbecue sauce on top. They're always a hit at get-togethers. -Jordan Mason, Brookville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, divided
1 pound ground beef
4 bacon strips, halved
1 large sweet onion, sliced
4 tablespoons butter, divided
4 hamburger buns, split
4 slices cheddar cheese

Steps:

Place 1/3 cup barbecue sauce in a small bowl. Crumble beef over barbecue sauce and mix well. Shape into four patties., In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain. In another skillet, saute onion in 2 tablespoons butter until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown., Spread buns with remaining butter; set aside. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top with cheese. Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted., Place buns, cut side down, on grill for 1-2 minutes or until toasted. Spread buns with barbecue sauce; serve burgers on buns with onion and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 645 calories, Fat 40g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 1153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.